42 reports of this reaction
2.7% of all PROPARACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE reports
#7 most reported adverse reaction
CORNEAL EPITHELIUM DEFECT is the #7 most commonly reported adverse reaction for PROPARACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE, manufactured by Alcon Laboratories, Inc.. There are 42 FDA adverse event reports linking PROPARACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE to CORNEAL EPITHELIUM DEFECT. This represents approximately 2.7% of all 1,545 adverse event reports for this drug.
Patients taking PROPARACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE who experience corneal epithelium defect should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.
CORNEAL EPITHELIUM DEFECT is a less commonly reported adverse event for PROPARACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.
In addition to corneal epithelium defect, the following adverse reactions have been reported for PROPARACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE:
The following drugs have also been linked to corneal epithelium defect in FDA adverse event reports:
CORNEAL EPITHELIUM DEFECT has been reported as an adverse event in 42 FDA reports for PROPARACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
CORNEAL EPITHELIUM DEFECT accounts for approximately 2.7% of all adverse event reports for PROPARACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE, making it a notable side effect.
If you experience corneal epithelium defect while taking PROPARACAINE HYDROCHLORIDE, 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.