CEFEPIME and SEPSIS

539 reports of this reaction

2.1% of all CEFEPIME reports

#8 most reported adverse reaction

Overview

SEPSIS is the #8 most commonly reported adverse reaction for CEFEPIME, manufactured by Apotex Corp.. There are 539 FDA adverse event reports linking CEFEPIME to SEPSIS. This represents approximately 2.1% of all 25,295 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking CEFEPIME who experience sepsis 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

SEPSIS539 of 25,295 reports

SEPSIS 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 sepsis, the following adverse reactions have been reported for CEFEPIME:

Other Drugs Associated with SEPSIS

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

ALLANTOINALLOPURINOL SODIUMALUMINUM HYDROXIDEALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE, SIMETHICONEAMPHOTERICIN BAMPICILLINAMPICILLIN SODIUMAMPICILLIN SODIUM AND SULBACTAM SODIUMANTI THYMOCYTE GLOBULIN (RABBIT)ATOVAQUONEAZACITIDINEAZACITIDINE FORBASILIXIMABBENDAMUSTINE HCLBENZOCAINE AND MENTHOLBLEOMYCIN SULFATEBRENTUXIMAB VEDOTINBUSULFANCARMUSTINECEFEPIME HYDROCHLORIDE

Frequently Asked Questions

Does CEFEPIME cause SEPSIS?

SEPSIS has been reported as an adverse event in 539 FDA reports for CEFEPIME. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is SEPSIS with CEFEPIME?

SEPSIS accounts for approximately 2.1% of all adverse event reports for CEFEPIME, making it a notable side effect.

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

If you experience sepsis 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 SEPSISApotex 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.