4,468 reports of this reaction
2.4% of all MACITENTAN reports
#7 most reported adverse reaction
PNEUMONIA is the #7 most commonly reported adverse reaction for MACITENTAN, manufactured by Actelion Pharmaceuticals US, Inc.. There are 4,468 FDA adverse event reports linking MACITENTAN to PNEUMONIA. This represents approximately 2.4% of all 188,657 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking MACITENTAN 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 MACITENTAN, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.
In addition to pneumonia, the following adverse reactions have been reported for MACITENTAN:
The following drugs have also been linked to pneumonia in FDA adverse event reports:
PNEUMONIA has been reported as an adverse event in 4,468 FDA reports for MACITENTAN. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
PNEUMONIA accounts for approximately 2.4% of all adverse event reports for MACITENTAN, making it a notable side effect.
If you experience pneumonia while taking MACITENTAN, 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.