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Steven L. Carpenter, MD; W. Michael McDonnell, MD

Arch Intern Med. 1995;155(11):1229-1231.

Abstract
Phenylbutazone is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug that was commonly prescribed for the treatment of arthritic conditions; it is no longer available for use in humans because of its numerous side effects, including aplastic anemia. We describe a horse trainer who developed gastric ulcers and renal insufficiency as a result of taking veterinary phenylbutazone. A review of the literature reveals a pattern of abuse by those who work with and around animals. When appropriate, patients who work around animals should be questioned about illicit phenylbutazone consumption.

(Arch Intern Med. 1995;155:1229-1231)

Author Affiliations
From the Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Internal Medicine, University of Michigan School of Medicine, Ann Arbor, and Ann Arbor Veterans Affairs Medical Center.

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