ACYCLOVIR and PYREXIA

Overview

PYREXIA is the #6 most commonly reported adverse reaction for ACYCLOVIR, manufactured by Bausch Health US, LLC. There are 4,719 FDA adverse event reports linking ACYCLOVIR to PYREXIA. This represents approximately 2.5% of all 186,079 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking ACYCLOVIR who experience pyrexia 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

PYREXIA is a less commonly reported adverse event for ACYCLOVIR, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.

Other Side Effects of ACYCLOVIR

In addition to pyrexia, the following adverse reactions have been reported for ACYCLOVIR:

• FATIGUE — 7,611 reports
• DIARRHOEA — 7,062 reports
• OFF LABEL USE — 5,797 reports
• PNEUMONIA — 5,474 reports
• NAUSEA — 5,326 reports
• DEATH — 4,676 reports
• DRUG INEFFECTIVE — 4,465 reports
• RASH — 4,121 reports
• DYSPNOEA — 3,451 reports
• ASTHENIA — 3,194 reports

Other Drugs Associated with PYREXIA

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

Does ACYCLOVIR cause PYREXIA?

PYREXIA has been reported as an adverse event in 4,719 FDA reports for ACYCLOVIR. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is PYREXIA with ACYCLOVIR?

PYREXIA accounts for approximately 2.5% of all adverse event reports for ACYCLOVIR, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience PYREXIA while taking ACYCLOVIR?

If you experience pyrexia while taking ACYCLOVIR, 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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