POLYMYXIN B SULFATE and MACULAR DEGENERATION

177 reports of this reaction

3.5% of all POLYMYXIN B SULFATE reports

#4 most reported adverse reaction

Overview

MACULAR DEGENERATION is the #4 most commonly reported adverse reaction for POLYMYXIN B SULFATE, manufactured by FOSUN PHARMA USA INC. There are 177 FDA adverse event reports linking POLYMYXIN B SULFATE to MACULAR DEGENERATION. This represents approximately 3.5% of all 5,004 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking POLYMYXIN B SULFATE who experience macular degeneration 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

MACULAR DEGENERATION177 of 5,004 reports

MACULAR DEGENERATION is moderately reported among POLYMYXIN B SULFATE users, representing a notable but not dominant share of adverse events.

Other Side Effects of POLYMYXIN B SULFATE

In addition to macular degeneration, the following adverse reactions have been reported for POLYMYXIN B SULFATE:

Other Drugs Associated with MACULAR DEGENERATION

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

BETAMETHASONE DIPROPIONATEBETAMETHASONE VALERATEBISACODYLBISACODYL SUPPOSITORIESBISCODYLCARBOXYMETHYLCELLULOSE SODIUMCLOTRIMAZOLECLOTRIMAZOLE TOPICALDESONIDEDRS. CLOTRIMAZOLEERTAPENEM SODIUMFAMILY WELLNESS CLOTRIMAZOLEFLUTICASONE FUROATEGLYCERINMAGNESIUM SULFATE HEPTAHYDRATEMAGNESIUM SULFATE IN WATER FORMUPIROCIN CALCIUMNADOLOLNEOMYCIN SULFATENICOTINE POLACRILEX

Frequently Asked Questions

Does POLYMYXIN B SULFATE cause MACULAR DEGENERATION?

MACULAR DEGENERATION has been reported as an adverse event in 177 FDA reports for POLYMYXIN B SULFATE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is MACULAR DEGENERATION with POLYMYXIN B SULFATE?

MACULAR DEGENERATION accounts for approximately 3.5% of all adverse event reports for POLYMYXIN B SULFATE, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience MACULAR DEGENERATION while taking POLYMYXIN B SULFATE?

If you experience macular degeneration while taking POLYMYXIN B SULFATE, 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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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.