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Suspected adverse reaction to compounded preparations prescribed for weight loss: two cases of cerebral venous thrombosis

We report two cases of cerebral venous thrombosis associated with the use of compounded preparations containing several active substances prescribed for weight loss. In both cases there is suspicion of… Click to show full abstract

We report two cases of cerebral venous thrombosis associated with the use of compounded preparations containing several active substances prescribed for weight loss. In both cases there is suspicion of additive/synergic interaction with oral contraceptives. The adverse drug reactions were considered serious, being life-threatening and causing hospitalisation for days.

Keywords: venous thrombosis; compounded preparations; cerebral venous; cases cerebral; two cases; prescribed weight

Journal Title: BMJ Case Reports
Year Published: 2020

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