Reversible blindness after erroneous prescription of closantel: A case report

A 20-year-old girl was referred with vision loss upon closantel use. Plasma exchange and high-dose corticosteroid pulse therapy were administered. A 2.5-year follow-up showed improved vision and increased layer thickness of the peripheral nerve fiber. Early treatment with plasma exchange and high-dose corticosteroid therapy can be beneficial to reverse closantel toxicity.

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A 20-year-old girl experienced vision loss due to closantel use, but improved vision was observed after treatment with plasma exchange and high-dose corticosteroid therapy. Early treatment may help reverse closantel toxicity.