218 reports of this reaction
1.3% of all GEFITINIB reports
#20 most reported adverse reaction
LUNG DISORDER is the #20 most commonly reported adverse reaction for GEFITINIB, manufactured by AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP. There are 218 FDA adverse event reports linking GEFITINIB to LUNG DISORDER. This represents approximately 1.3% of all 17,300 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking GEFITINIB who experience lung disorder should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.
LUNG DISORDER is a less commonly reported adverse event for GEFITINIB, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.
In addition to lung disorder, the following adverse reactions have been reported for GEFITINIB:
The following drugs have also been linked to lung disorder in FDA adverse event reports:
LUNG DISORDER has been reported as an adverse event in 218 FDA reports for GEFITINIB. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
LUNG DISORDER accounts for approximately 1.3% of all adverse event reports for GEFITINIB, making it a notable side effect.
If you experience lung disorder while taking GEFITINIB, 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.