What Type of Drugs Can Cause Meningitis? Understanding Drug-Induced Aseptic Meningitis
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While most meningitis cases are viral or bacterial, a rare adverse drug reaction called drug-induced aseptic meningitis (DIAM) can also occur. Several classes of drugs have been reported to cause meningitis, notably nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs, antibiotics, and intravenous immunoglobulins.