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First report of tamoxifen‐induced baboon syndrome

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Baboon syndrome is a rare, type IV hypersensitivity reaction causing a maculopapular rash. Tamoxifen is an antineoplastic agent, working as an estrogen receptor antagonist, also called a selective estrogen receptor… Click to show full abstract

Baboon syndrome is a rare, type IV hypersensitivity reaction causing a maculopapular rash. Tamoxifen is an antineoplastic agent, working as an estrogen receptor antagonist, also called a selective estrogen receptor modulator. A variety of rashes were reported with Tamoxifen use to‐date except baboon syndrome. The Tamoxifen‐induced baboon syndrome seems to be reversible, as discontinuation of the drug improves clinical outcomes.

Keywords: induced baboon; baboon syndrome; tamoxifen induced; baboon

Journal Title: Journal of Cosmetic Dermatology
Year Published: 2020

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