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dapsone · Medicine question

What liver-related adverse effects have been reported with dapsone?

iatroX medicinesPublished 8 November 2026

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Answer

Hepatitis, jaundice and changes in liver function tests have been reported as uncommon adverse effects of dapsone.

Sources for this answer

Dapsone 50mg TabletsAurobindo Pharma - Milpharm Ltd. · emc · SmPC §4.8 Undesirable effects · Version 3Document updated 22 October 2025

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