Which Chemicals and Drugs are Known to Cause Neutropenia?
Several substances have been identified as causes of neutropenia. These include certain chemotherapy agents like cyclophosphamide and methotrexate, as well as other drugs such as antibiotics (e.g., chloramphenicol) and anticonvulsants (e.g., carbamazepine). Environmental toxins like benzene, found in industrial settings, are also associated with the development of neutropenia.
