Low-Molecular-Weight Dextran Causes Fever, June 15, 1986

Low-Molecular-Weight Dextran Causes Fever, June 15, 1986

This drug is commonly referred to as Maitong Injection. It can cause periodic fever, characterized as follows: ① Incubation period: 6–60 days; fever period: 2–20 days; interval period: 5–50 days; ② Mostly remittent fever, with body temperature fluctuating between 37.5°C and 41°C, often peaking in the afternoon, worsening at night, and dropping in the early morning; ③ Good results can be achieved with hormone therapy.