CEFEPIME and THROMBOCYTOPENIA

469 reports of this reaction

1.9% of all CEFEPIME reports

#10 most reported adverse reaction

Overview

THROMBOCYTOPENIA is the #10 most commonly reported adverse reaction for CEFEPIME, manufactured by Apotex Corp.. There are 469 FDA adverse event reports linking CEFEPIME to THROMBOCYTOPENIA. This represents approximately 1.9% of all 25,295 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking CEFEPIME who experience thrombocytopenia 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

THROMBOCYTOPENIA469 of 25,295 reports

THROMBOCYTOPENIA 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 thrombocytopenia, the following adverse reactions have been reported for CEFEPIME:

Other Drugs Associated with THROMBOCYTOPENIA

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

ADO TRASTUZUMAB EMTANSINEAMINOCAPROIC ACIDAMPHOTERICIN BANTI THYMOCYTE GLOBULIN (RABBIT)ARGATROBANATOVAQUONEAXICABTAGENE CILOLEUCELAZACITIDINEAZACITIDINE FORBENDAMUSTINE HCLBENDAMUSTINE HYDROCHLORIDEBEVACIZUMABBIVALIRUDINBLEOMYCIN SULFATEBLINATUMOMABBORTEZOMIBBRENTUXIMAB VEDOTINBUSULFANCAPECITABINECARBOPLATIN

Frequently Asked Questions

Does CEFEPIME cause THROMBOCYTOPENIA?

THROMBOCYTOPENIA has been reported as an adverse event in 469 FDA reports for CEFEPIME. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is THROMBOCYTOPENIA with CEFEPIME?

THROMBOCYTOPENIA accounts for approximately 1.9% of all adverse event reports for CEFEPIME, making it a notable side effect.

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

If you experience thrombocytopenia 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 THROMBOCYTOPENIAApotex 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.