Drug-induced lupus (DIL) is a rareautoimmune conditioncaused by a reaction to certain drugs.
The symptoms of DIL mimic those ofsystemic lupus erythematosus (SLE).
There are many, including muscle and joint pain, weight loss, and fever.
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DIL is a rare adverse reaction.
While SLE can impact major organs, DIL usually doesn’t.
There’s no single, specific test for DIL.
Treatment
You were put on the medication in the first place for good reason.
In some cases, however, it might take up to a year for symptoms to go completely away.
To help you manage during this time, your healthcare provider may prescribe medication to treat your symptoms.
Once you’re off the offending medication, the prognosis is generally excellent.
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