510 reports of this reaction
1.4% of all MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE reports
#20 most reported adverse reaction
DRUG DEPENDENCE is the #20 most commonly reported adverse reaction for MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE, manufactured by Hospira, Inc.. There are 510 FDA adverse event reports linking MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE to DRUG DEPENDENCE. This represents approximately 1.4% of all 36,000 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE who experience drug dependence should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.
DRUG DEPENDENCE is a less commonly reported adverse event for MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.
In addition to drug dependence, the following adverse reactions have been reported for MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE:
The following drugs have also been linked to drug dependence in FDA adverse event reports:
DRUG DEPENDENCE has been reported as an adverse event in 510 FDA reports for MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
DRUG DEPENDENCE accounts for approximately 1.4% of all adverse event reports for MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE, making it a notable side effect.
If you experience drug dependence while taking MEPERIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE, 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.