What Drug Causes Blue Baby Syndrome and Other Key Causes of Methemoglobinemia
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According to the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, infants under 12 months are highly susceptible to methemoglobinemia, a blood disorder commonly called 'blue baby syndrome,' which can be triggered by certain medications. While no single drug is the sole cause, this serious condition can be caused by various chemicals and medications, with some local anesthetics posing a particular risk to infants.
