Q: Which doctor should I consult for hepatotoxicity?
A: You should consult the primary physician who will recommend the necessary diagnostic tests to determine and confirm the liver damage. You may be referred to a hepatologist.
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Q: How much time does it take for symptoms of drug-induced hepatotoxicity to occur?
A: The onset of drug-induced hepatotoxicity ranges from a few hours to several months (between 1 and 12 months) after starting the medication. Sometimes the toxicity occurs following completion of the course.
Q: Is drug-induced hepatotoxicity fatal?
A: Some drugs can induce fatal hepatotoxicity especially if the hepatotoxicity has not been recognized early and steps have not been taken to resolve it.
