262 reports of this reaction
2.8% of all IVACAFTOR reports
#3 most reported adverse reaction
PNEUMONIA is the #3 most commonly reported adverse reaction for IVACAFTOR, manufactured by Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated. There are 262 FDA adverse event reports linking IVACAFTOR to PNEUMONIA. This represents approximately 2.8% of all 9,200 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking IVACAFTOR who experience pneumonia should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.
PNEUMONIA is a less commonly reported adverse event for IVACAFTOR, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.
In addition to pneumonia, the following adverse reactions have been reported for IVACAFTOR:
The following drugs have also been linked to pneumonia in FDA adverse event reports:
PNEUMONIA has been reported as an adverse event in 262 FDA reports for IVACAFTOR. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
PNEUMONIA accounts for approximately 2.8% of all adverse event reports for IVACAFTOR, making it one of the most commonly reported side effect.
If you experience pneumonia while taking IVACAFTOR, 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.