PERPHENAZINE and OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER

Overview

OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER is the #7 most commonly reported adverse reaction for PERPHENAZINE, manufactured by Actavis Pharma, Inc.. There are 163 FDA adverse event reports linking PERPHENAZINE to OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER. This represents approximately 2.2% of all 7,483 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking PERPHENAZINE who experience obsessive compulsive disorder 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

OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER is a less commonly reported adverse event for PERPHENAZINE, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.

Other Side Effects of PERPHENAZINE

In addition to obsessive compulsive disorder, the following adverse reactions have been reported for PERPHENAZINE:

• DRUG INEFFECTIVE — 357 reports
• TOXICITY TO VARIOUS AGENTS — 274 reports
• WEIGHT INCREASED — 222 reports
• AKATHISIA — 184 reports
• SUICIDE ATTEMPT — 180 reports
• OFF LABEL USE — 172 reports
• INCREASED APPETITE — 155 reports
• EUPHORIC MOOD — 153 reports
• PRODUCT USE IN UNAPPROVED INDICATION — 150 reports
• ANTIPSYCHOTIC DRUG LEVEL BELOW THERAPEUTIC — 149 reports

Other Drugs Associated with OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER

The following drugs have also been linked to obsessive compulsive disorder in FDA adverse event reports:

Does PERPHENAZINE cause OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER?

OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER has been reported as an adverse event in 163 FDA reports for PERPHENAZINE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER with PERPHENAZINE?

OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER accounts for approximately 2.2% of all adverse event reports for PERPHENAZINE, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience OBSESSIVE COMPULSIVE DISORDER while taking PERPHENAZINE?

If you experience obsessive compulsive disorder while taking PERPHENAZINE, 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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