Dupilumab-Induced Facial Flushing After Alcohol Consumption

Cutis. 2021 Aug;108(2):106-107. doi: 10.12788/cutis.0316.

Abstract

Dupilumab is a biologic agent approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of atopic dermatitis (AD). Here, we report 2 patients with AD who were treated with dupilumab and subsequently developed facial flushing after consuming alcohol. A possible mechanism of action for this side effect is discussed along with a potential role of dupilumab.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Alcohol Drinking
  • Antibodies, Monoclonal, Humanized / adverse effects*
  • Dermatitis, Atopic* / drug therapy
  • Flushing / chemically induced*
  • Humans
  • Severity of Illness Index
  • Treatment Outcome

Substances

  • Antibodies, Monoclonal, Humanized
  • dupilumab