GANCICLOVIR and CYTOMEGALOVIRUS INFECTION

1,170 reports of this reaction

5.1% of all GANCICLOVIR reports

#3 most reported adverse reaction

Overview

CYTOMEGALOVIRUS INFECTION is the #3 most commonly reported adverse reaction for GANCICLOVIR, manufactured by Bausch & Lomb Incorporated. There are 1,170 FDA adverse event reports linking GANCICLOVIR to CYTOMEGALOVIRUS INFECTION. This represents approximately 5.1% of all 22,779 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking GANCICLOVIR who experience cytomegalovirus infection 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

CYTOMEGALOVIRUS INFECTION1,170 of 22,779 reports

CYTOMEGALOVIRUS INFECTION is moderately reported among GANCICLOVIR users, representing a notable but not dominant share of adverse events.

Other Side Effects of GANCICLOVIR

In addition to cytomegalovirus infection, the following adverse reactions have been reported for GANCICLOVIR:

Other Drugs Associated with CYTOMEGALOVIRUS INFECTION

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

ALEMTUZUMABANTI THYMOCYTE GLOBULIN (RABBIT)BASILIXIMABBUSULFANFERROUS FUMARATE, FOLIC ACIDFLUDARABINE PHOSPHATEGANCICLOVIR SODIUMMYCOPHENILIC ACIDMYCOPHENOLATE MOFETILMYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL HYDROCHLORIDEMYCOPHENOLIC ACIDTACROLIMUSTACROLIMUS EXTENDED RELEASE CAPSULESTACROLIMUS OINTMENT 0.1%THIOTEPAVALGANCICLOVIRVALGANCICLOVIR HYDROCHLORIDEVALGANCICLOVIR HYDROCHLORIDE POWDER,

Frequently Asked Questions

Does GANCICLOVIR cause CYTOMEGALOVIRUS INFECTION?

CYTOMEGALOVIRUS INFECTION has been reported as an adverse event in 1,170 FDA reports for GANCICLOVIR. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is CYTOMEGALOVIRUS INFECTION with GANCICLOVIR?

CYTOMEGALOVIRUS INFECTION accounts for approximately 5.1% of all adverse event reports for GANCICLOVIR, making it one of the most commonly reported side effect.

What should I do if I experience CYTOMEGALOVIRUS INFECTION while taking GANCICLOVIR?

If you experience cytomegalovirus infection while taking GANCICLOVIR, 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

GANCICLOVIR Full ProfileAll Drugs Causing CYTOMEGALOVIRUS INFECTIONBausch & Lomb Incorporated 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.