ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE and DRUG HYPERSENSITIVITY

Overview

DRUG HYPERSENSITIVITY is the #13 most commonly reported adverse reaction for ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, manufactured by Kenvue Brands LLC. There are 3 FDA adverse event reports linking ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE to DRUG HYPERSENSITIVITY. This represents approximately 1.4% of all 213 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE who experience drug hypersensitivity should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.

Reporting Frequency

DRUG HYPERSENSITIVITY is a less commonly reported adverse event for ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.

Other Side Effects of ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE

In addition to drug hypersensitivity, the following adverse reactions have been reported for ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE:

• CHOKING — 15 reports
• DIARRHOEA — 10 reports
• DRUG INEFFECTIVE — 8 reports
• FOREIGN BODY IN THROAT — 7 reports
• DIZZINESS — 5 reports
• INSOMNIA — 5 reports
• DRUG ADMINISTRATION ERROR — 4 reports
• NASAL CONGESTION — 4 reports
• PRODUCT TASTE ABNORMAL — 4 reports
• PRODUCT USE ISSUE — 4 reports

Other Drugs Associated with DRUG HYPERSENSITIVITY

The following drugs have also been linked to drug hypersensitivity in FDA adverse event reports:

Does ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE cause DRUG HYPERSENSITIVITY?

DRUG HYPERSENSITIVITY has been reported as an adverse event in 3 FDA reports for ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is DRUG HYPERSENSITIVITY with ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE?

DRUG HYPERSENSITIVITY accounts for approximately 1.4% of all adverse event reports for ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience DRUG HYPERSENSITIVITY while taking ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE?

If you experience drug hypersensitivity while taking ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDE, contact your healthcare provider. They can evaluate whether the symptom is related to your medication and discuss potential adjustments to your treatment plan. Do not stop taking prescribed medication without consulting your doctor.

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