13,014 reports of this reaction
2.7% of all DEXAMETHASONE reports
#7 most reported adverse reaction
DEATH is the #7 most commonly reported adverse reaction for DEXAMETHASONE, manufactured by Allergan, Inc.. There are 13,014 FDA adverse event reports linking DEXAMETHASONE to DEATH. This represents approximately 2.7% of all 480,485 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking DEXAMETHASONE who experience death should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.
DEATH is a less commonly reported adverse event for DEXAMETHASONE, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.
In addition to death, the following adverse reactions have been reported for DEXAMETHASONE:
The following drugs have also been linked to death in FDA adverse event reports:
DEATH has been reported as an adverse event in 13,014 FDA reports for DEXAMETHASONE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
DEATH accounts for approximately 2.7% of all adverse event reports for DEXAMETHASONE, making it a notable side effect.
If you experience death while taking DEXAMETHASONE, 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.