It is a rare, serious disorder of the skin and mucous membranes caused by an adverse reaction to certain medications. Antibiotics are the most common cause of Stevens-Johnson syndrome, followed by analgesics, cough and cold medication, NSAIDs, psycho-epileptics drugs. It can also sometimes be caused by an infection like herpes, influenza, HIV, Thyphoid, Diptheria, Hepatitis etc.

The syndrome begins with flu-like symptoms, followed by a red or purple rash that spreads and forms blisters. The affected skin eventually dies and peels off. It may even cause some swellings.

Homeopathy offers a very gentle alternative to skin ailments offering solutions to treat the disease without suppressing or using harsh treatments.