PROPOFOL and CARDIAC ARREST

1,779 reports of this reaction

3.1% of all PROPOFOL reports

#4 most reported adverse reaction

Overview

CARDIAC ARREST is the #4 most commonly reported adverse reaction for PROPOFOL, manufactured by Fresenius Kabi USA, LLC. There are 1,779 FDA adverse event reports linking PROPOFOL to CARDIAC ARREST. This represents approximately 3.1% of all 57,130 adverse event reports for this drug.

PROPOFOL has an overall safety score of 95 out of 100. Patients taking PROPOFOL who experience cardiac arrest 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

CARDIAC ARREST1,779 of 57,130 reports

CARDIAC ARREST is moderately reported among PROPOFOL users, representing a notable but not dominant share of adverse events.

Other Side Effects of PROPOFOL

In addition to cardiac arrest, the following adverse reactions have been reported for PROPOFOL:

Other Drugs Associated with CARDIAC ARREST

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

ACETAMINOPHEN AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDEADENOSINEAIRALCOHOLAMPHETAMINEAMPHETAMINE SULFATEARTICAINE HYDROCHLORIDE AND EPINEPHRINEATROPINEATROPINE SULFATEBIVALIRUDINCARBON DIOXIDECEFAZOLINCEFAZOLIN SODIUMCHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HBRCISATRACURIUM BESYLATEDERMA FOAM EXCEL HAND SANITIZERDEXTROMETHORPHAN HBRDEXTROMETHORPHAN HBR AND GUAIFENESINDEXTROSE MONOHYDRATE, SODIUM CHLORIDE, SODIUM LACTATE, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, MAGNESIUM CHLORIDEDIPHENHYDRAMINE HCL

Frequently Asked Questions

Does PROPOFOL cause CARDIAC ARREST?

CARDIAC ARREST has been reported as an adverse event in 1,779 FDA reports for PROPOFOL. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is CARDIAC ARREST with PROPOFOL?

CARDIAC ARREST accounts for approximately 3.1% of all adverse event reports for PROPOFOL, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience CARDIAC ARREST while taking PROPOFOL?

If you experience cardiac arrest while taking PROPOFOL, 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.

Related Pages

PROPOFOL Full ProfileAll Drugs Causing CARDIAC ARRESTFresenius Kabi USA, LLC Drugs
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.