10,254 reports of this reaction
2.1% of all DEXAMETHASONE reports
#11 most reported adverse reaction
THROMBOCYTOPENIA is the #11 most commonly reported adverse reaction for DEXAMETHASONE, manufactured by Allergan, Inc.. There are 10,254 FDA adverse event reports linking DEXAMETHASONE to THROMBOCYTOPENIA. This represents approximately 2.1% of all 480,485 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking DEXAMETHASONE 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.
THROMBOCYTOPENIA is a less commonly reported adverse event for DEXAMETHASONE, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.
In addition to thrombocytopenia, the following adverse reactions have been reported for DEXAMETHASONE:
The following drugs have also been linked to thrombocytopenia in FDA adverse event reports:
THROMBOCYTOPENIA has been reported as an adverse event in 10,254 FDA reports for DEXAMETHASONE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
THROMBOCYTOPENIA accounts for approximately 2.1% of all adverse event reports for DEXAMETHASONE, making it a notable side effect.
If you experience thrombocytopenia 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.