373 reports of this reaction
2.2% of all GEFITINIB reports
#9 most reported adverse reaction
METASTASES TO CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM is the #9 most commonly reported adverse reaction for GEFITINIB, manufactured by AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP. There are 373 FDA adverse event reports linking GEFITINIB to METASTASES TO CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM. This represents approximately 2.2% of all 17,300 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking GEFITINIB who experience metastases to central nervous system should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.
METASTASES TO CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM is a less commonly reported adverse event for GEFITINIB, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.
In addition to metastases to central nervous system, the following adverse reactions have been reported for GEFITINIB:
The following drugs have also been linked to metastases to central nervous system in FDA adverse event reports:
METASTASES TO CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM has been reported as an adverse event in 373 FDA reports for GEFITINIB. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
METASTASES TO CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM accounts for approximately 2.2% of all adverse event reports for GEFITINIB, making it a notable side effect.
If you experience metastases to central nervous system 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.