Since eczema is caused by the immune system overreacting to a substance, introducing new substances, whether the substances are food, chemicals, or medications, may cause an outbreak of eczema if the immune system is sensitive to that substance. Unfortunately, the individual is not likely to know if they are sensitive to the substance until they are exposed to it.

Some medications can cause skin rashes or dermatitis as a side effect. The doctor should be aware of the patient’s complete medical history including any history of eczema or other skin disorders before prescribing medication. Plaquenil is one of the medications that can cause eczema.

Plaquenil is an oral medication for malaria, lupus erythematosus, rheumatoid arthritis, or other conditions as a doctor prescribes. The generic name for plaquenil is hydroxychloroquine sulfate. Some people may develop plaquenil atopic dermatitis. Atopic dermatitis is not the only side effect of plaquenil. If patients are prone to eczema, they should let their doctors know before starting treatment with plaquenil. If a doctor prescribes plaquenil, the doctor likely thinks that the benefits of plaquenil outweigh the risks of this medication. If the patient is concerned about side effects, they should discuss the risks and treatment options with their doctor.

The use of the medication plaquenil can aggravate skin conditions from which the patient has a history of suffering. If a patient has a history of psoriasis and begins taking plaquenil, they can expect to have a severe outbreak of psoriasis. This is also true for people with eczema.

If someone with eczema takes plaquenil, they are likely to develop plaquenil atopic dermatitis. If the person taking plaquenil develops a rash or other signs of an allergic reaction such as itching, swelling, or difficulty breathing, they should contact their doctor immediately. These could be signs of an allergic reaction to plaquenil instead of plaquenil atopic dermatitis. Allergic reactions to plaquenil are rare.

Many prescription medications can cause eczema and forms of dermatitis. When people begin taking a new medication and develop a skin rash, the patients should contact their doctor. Skin rashes as a side effect from medication can be a harmless side effect, but they can be potentially dangerous and even fatal.

Celebrex and augmentin are examples of medications that can produce dermatitis as a side effect. Medrol is sometimes prescribed to treat drug-induced dermatitis. Since eczema is caused by a wide range of potential allergens, even non-prescription medications and products can trigger eczema rashes. Ointments, perfumes, moisturizers, soaps, cosmetics, and antibacterial lotions are just a few examples of products that can cause eczema.