371 reports of this reaction
1.2% of all MERCAPTOPURINE reports
#18 most reported adverse reaction
BACTERIAL INFECTION is the #18 most commonly reported adverse reaction for MERCAPTOPURINE, manufactured by Florida Pharmaceutical Products, LLC. There are 371 FDA adverse event reports linking MERCAPTOPURINE to BACTERIAL INFECTION. This represents approximately 1.2% of all 30,320 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking MERCAPTOPURINE who experience bacterial infection should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.
BACTERIAL INFECTION is a less commonly reported adverse event for MERCAPTOPURINE, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.
In addition to bacterial infection, the following adverse reactions have been reported for MERCAPTOPURINE:
The following drugs have also been linked to bacterial infection in FDA adverse event reports:
BACTERIAL INFECTION has been reported as an adverse event in 371 FDA reports for MERCAPTOPURINE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
BACTERIAL INFECTION accounts for approximately 1.2% of all adverse event reports for MERCAPTOPURINE, making it a notable side effect.
If you experience bacterial infection while taking MERCAPTOPURINE, 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.