Abstract
Abstract
French
Alpha-methyldopa has been known to cause Coombs positive hemolytic anemia and extrapyramidal signs in hypertensive patients. The occurrence of these side effects has been described separately in patients. This report documents the occurrence of both reactions in a single patient.
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