MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL and PYREXIA

Overview

PYREXIA is the #5 most commonly reported adverse reaction for MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL, manufactured by Genentech, Inc.. There are 5,434 FDA adverse event reports linking MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL to PYREXIA. This represents approximately 2.1% of all 256,184 adverse event reports for this drug.

MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL has an overall safety score of 85 out of 100. Patients taking MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL who experience pyrexia 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

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

Other Side Effects of MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL

In addition to pyrexia, the following adverse reactions have been reported for MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL:

• OFF LABEL USE — 17,971 reports
• DRUG INEFFECTIVE — 10,593 reports
• PRODUCT USE IN UNAPPROVED INDICATION — 7,053 reports
• DIARRHOEA — 6,605 reports
• PNEUMONIA — 5,027 reports
• CYTOMEGALOVIRUS INFECTION — 4,729 reports
• NAUSEA — 4,256 reports
• FATIGUE — 4,238 reports
• CONDITION AGGRAVATED — 4,176 reports
• TRANSPLANT REJECTION — 4,029 reports

Other Drugs Associated with PYREXIA

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

Does MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL cause PYREXIA?

PYREXIA has been reported as an adverse event in 5,434 FDA reports for MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is PYREXIA with MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL?

PYREXIA accounts for approximately 2.1% of all adverse event reports for MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience PYREXIA while taking MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL?

If you experience pyrexia while taking MYCOPHENOLATE MOFETIL, 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.

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