604 reports of this reaction
2.0% of all GEMFIBROZIL reports
#7 most reported adverse reaction
RHABDOMYOLYSIS is the #7 most commonly reported adverse reaction for GEMFIBROZIL, manufactured by Parke-Davis Div of Pfizer Inc. There are 604 FDA adverse event reports linking GEMFIBROZIL to RHABDOMYOLYSIS. This represents approximately 2.0% of all 30,260 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking GEMFIBROZIL who experience rhabdomyolysis should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.
RHABDOMYOLYSIS is a less commonly reported adverse event for GEMFIBROZIL, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.
In addition to rhabdomyolysis, the following adverse reactions have been reported for GEMFIBROZIL:
The following drugs have also been linked to rhabdomyolysis in FDA adverse event reports:
RHABDOMYOLYSIS has been reported as an adverse event in 604 FDA reports for GEMFIBROZIL. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
RHABDOMYOLYSIS accounts for approximately 2.0% of all adverse event reports for GEMFIBROZIL, making it a notable side effect.
If you experience rhabdomyolysis while taking GEMFIBROZIL, 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.