CAPECITABINE and VOMITING

Overview

VOMITING is the #6 most commonly reported adverse reaction for CAPECITABINE, manufactured by H2-Pharma, LLC. There are 6,134 FDA adverse event reports linking CAPECITABINE to VOMITING. This represents approximately 3.5% of all 174,965 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking CAPECITABINE who experience vomiting 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

VOMITING is moderately reported among CAPECITABINE users, representing a notable but not dominant share of adverse events.

Other Side Effects of CAPECITABINE

In addition to vomiting, the following adverse reactions have been reported for CAPECITABINE:

• DIARRHOEA — 13,395 reports
• DEATH — 8,723 reports
• NAUSEA — 8,248 reports
• PALMAR PLANTAR ERYTHRODYSAESTHESIA SYNDROME — 6,536 reports
• FATIGUE — 6,329 reports
• DISEASE PROGRESSION — 5,958 reports
• MALIGNANT NEOPLASM PROGRESSION — 3,820 reports
• OFF LABEL USE — 3,672 reports
• ASTHENIA — 3,322 reports
• DECREASED APPETITE — 3,172 reports

Other Drugs Associated with VOMITING

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

Does CAPECITABINE cause VOMITING?

VOMITING has been reported as an adverse event in 6,134 FDA reports for CAPECITABINE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is VOMITING with CAPECITABINE?

VOMITING accounts for approximately 3.5% of all adverse event reports for CAPECITABINE, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience VOMITING while taking CAPECITABINE?

If you experience vomiting while taking CAPECITABINE, 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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