Red man syndrome is due to:
Correct Answer: Vancomycin
Description: Vancomycin has the potential to release histamine by direct action on mast cells. Rapid i.v. injection has caused chills, fever, urticaria and intense flushing-called ' Red man syndrome'.
Reference: Essentials of Medical Pharmacology Eighth Edition KD TRIPATHI page no 806
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