FLUOROURACIL and PYREXIA

Overview

PYREXIA is the #9 most commonly reported adverse reaction for FLUOROURACIL, manufactured by Bausch Health US, LLC. There are 2,961 FDA adverse event reports linking FLUOROURACIL to PYREXIA. This represents approximately 2.4% of all 124,552 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking FLUOROURACIL who experience pyrexia 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

PYREXIA is a less commonly reported adverse event for FLUOROURACIL, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.

Other Side Effects of FLUOROURACIL

In addition to pyrexia, the following adverse reactions have been reported for FLUOROURACIL:

• DIARRHOEA — 6,692 reports
• NEUTROPENIA — 4,988 reports
• NAUSEA — 4,750 reports
• VOMITING — 3,822 reports
• OFF LABEL USE — 3,344 reports
• DISEASE PROGRESSION — 3,152 reports
• NEUROPATHY PERIPHERAL — 3,118 reports
• FATIGUE — 2,967 reports
• THROMBOCYTOPENIA — 2,856 reports
• FEBRILE NEUTROPENIA — 2,792 reports

Other Drugs Associated with PYREXIA

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

Does FLUOROURACIL cause PYREXIA?

PYREXIA has been reported as an adverse event in 2,961 FDA reports for FLUOROURACIL. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is PYREXIA with FLUOROURACIL?

PYREXIA accounts for approximately 2.4% of all adverse event reports for FLUOROURACIL, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience PYREXIA while taking FLUOROURACIL?

If you experience pyrexia while taking FLUOROURACIL, 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.

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