657 reports of this reaction
2.6% of all CEFEPIME reports
#5 most reported adverse reaction
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.
PNEUMONIA is a less commonly reported adverse event for CEFEPIME, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.
In addition to pneumonia, the following adverse reactions have been reported for CEFEPIME:
The following drugs have also been linked to pneumonia in FDA adverse event reports:
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.
PNEUMONIA accounts for approximately 2.6% of all adverse event reports for CEFEPIME, making it a notable side effect.
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.