OXALIPLATIN and PYREXIA

Overview

PYREXIA is the #10 most commonly reported adverse reaction for OXALIPLATIN, manufactured by Accord Healthcare Inc.. There are 2,773 FDA adverse event reports linking OXALIPLATIN to PYREXIA. This represents approximately 2.2% of all 127,128 adverse event reports for this drug.

OXALIPLATIN has an overall safety score of 92 out of 100. Patients taking OXALIPLATIN 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 OXALIPLATIN, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.

Other Side Effects of OXALIPLATIN

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

• DIARRHOEA — 6,579 reports
• NAUSEA — 5,137 reports
• OFF LABEL USE — 4,373 reports
• VOMITING — 4,210 reports
• DISEASE PROGRESSION — 4,170 reports
• NEUTROPENIA — 4,043 reports
• NEUROPATHY PERIPHERAL — 4,004 reports
• THROMBOCYTOPENIA — 3,382 reports
• DYSPNOEA — 2,925 reports
• FATIGUE — 2,573 reports

Other Drugs Associated with PYREXIA

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

Does OXALIPLATIN cause PYREXIA?

PYREXIA has been reported as an adverse event in 2,773 FDA reports for OXALIPLATIN. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is PYREXIA with OXALIPLATIN?

PYREXIA accounts for approximately 2.2% of all adverse event reports for OXALIPLATIN, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience PYREXIA while taking OXALIPLATIN?

If you experience pyrexia while taking OXALIPLATIN, 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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