Optimizing pharmacotherapy of systemic lupus erythematosus: the pharmacist role.

Background: Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a systemic autoimmune disease that can affect any part of the body. The management of the disease includes nonpharmacotherapy and pharmacotherapy.

Aim Of The Review: To provide an up-to-date review of the etiology, epidemiology, clinical features, diagnostic findings, and treatment options for SLE.