MEROPENEM and SEPSIS

1,364 reports of this reaction

2.4% of all MEROPENEM reports

#5 most reported adverse reaction

Overview

SEPSIS is the #5 most commonly reported adverse reaction for MEROPENEM, manufactured by ARMAS PHARMACEUTICALS INC. There are 1,364 FDA adverse event reports linking MEROPENEM to SEPSIS. This represents approximately 2.4% of all 56,187 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking MEROPENEM who experience sepsis should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.

Reporting Frequency

SEPSIS1,364 of 56,187 reports

SEPSIS is a less commonly reported adverse event for MEROPENEM, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.

Other Side Effects of MEROPENEM

In addition to sepsis, the following adverse reactions have been reported for MEROPENEM:

Other Drugs Associated with SEPSIS

The following drugs have also been linked to sepsis in FDA adverse event reports:

ALLANTOINALLOPURINOL SODIUMALUMINUM HYDROXIDEALUMINUM HYDROXIDE, MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE, SIMETHICONEAMPHOTERICIN BAMPICILLINAMPICILLIN SODIUMAMPICILLIN SODIUM AND SULBACTAM SODIUMANTI THYMOCYTE GLOBULIN (RABBIT)ATOVAQUONEAZACITIDINEAZACITIDINE FORBASILIXIMABBENDAMUSTINE HCLBENZOCAINE AND MENTHOLBLEOMYCIN SULFATEBRENTUXIMAB VEDOTINBUSULFANCARMUSTINECEFEPIME

Frequently Asked Questions

Does MEROPENEM cause SEPSIS?

SEPSIS has been reported as an adverse event in 1,364 FDA reports for MEROPENEM. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is SEPSIS with MEROPENEM?

SEPSIS accounts for approximately 2.4% of all adverse event reports for MEROPENEM, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience SEPSIS while taking MEROPENEM?

If you experience sepsis while taking MEROPENEM, 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.

Related Pages

MEROPENEM Full ProfileAll Drugs Causing SEPSISARMAS PHARMACEUTICALS INC Drugs
Disclaimer: This analysis is based on FDA adverse event reports and is for informational purposes only. Reports do not prove causation. Always consult your healthcare provider.