Drug-Induced Hepatitis: Diagnosis & Tests (Medication-Induced Hepatitis)

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Drug-Induced Hepatitis

Alternate Names : Medication-Induced Hepatitis

Drug-Induced Hepatitis | Symptoms & Signs | Diagnosis & Tests | Prevention & Expectations | Treatment & Monitoring

How is the disease diagnosed?

Diagnosis of drug-induced hepatitis begins with a history and physical exam. Liver function tests and a complete blood count, or CBC, are usually ordered. The provider will then determine if a medicine or something else is causing the hepatitis.

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Author: Adam Brochert, MD
Reviewer: H. William Kelly, PharmD
Date Reviewed: 08/13/01

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