CEFEPIME and PNEUMONIA

657 reports of this reaction

2.6% of all CEFEPIME reports

#5 most reported adverse reaction

Overview

PNEUMONIA is the #5 most commonly reported adverse reaction for CEFEPIME, manufactured by Apotex Corp.. There are 657 FDA adverse event reports linking CEFEPIME to PNEUMONIA. This represents approximately 2.6% of all 25,295 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking CEFEPIME who experience pneumonia 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

PNEUMONIA657 of 25,295 reports

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

Other Side Effects of CEFEPIME

In addition to pneumonia, the following adverse reactions have been reported for CEFEPIME:

Other Drugs Associated with PNEUMONIA

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

0XYGENABIRATERONE ACETATEACALABRUTINIBACETAMINOPHENACETAMINOPHEN 500MGACETAMINOPHEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, PHENYLEPHRINE HCLACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBRACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR, GUAIFENESIN, PHENYLEPHRINE HCLACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR, PHENYLEPHRINE HCLACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDEACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDEACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, GUAIFENESIN, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDEACETAMINOPHEN, DIPHENHYDRAMINE HCLACETAMINOPHEN, DIPHENHYDRAMINE HCL, PHENYLEPHRINE HCLACETAMINOPHEN, PHENYLEPHRINE HCLACETAMINOPHEN TABLET EXTENDED RELEASEACETYLCYSTEINEACLIDINIUM BROMIDEACYCLOVIRADENOSINE

Frequently Asked Questions

Does CEFEPIME cause PNEUMONIA?

PNEUMONIA has been reported as an adverse event in 657 FDA reports for CEFEPIME. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is PNEUMONIA with CEFEPIME?

PNEUMONIA accounts for approximately 2.6% of all adverse event reports for CEFEPIME, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience PNEUMONIA while taking CEFEPIME?

If you experience pneumonia while taking CEFEPIME, 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.

Related Pages

CEFEPIME Full ProfileAll Drugs Causing PNEUMONIAApotex Corp. Drugs
Disclaimer: This analysis is based on FDA adverse event reports and is for informational purposes only. Reports do not prove causation. Always consult your healthcare provider.