RIFAMPIN and ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY

396 reports of this reaction

1.8% of all RIFAMPIN reports

#11 most reported adverse reaction

Overview

ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY is the #11 most commonly reported adverse reaction for RIFAMPIN, manufactured by Sanofi-Aventis U.S. LLC. There are 396 FDA adverse event reports linking RIFAMPIN to ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY. This represents approximately 1.8% of all 22,393 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking RIFAMPIN who experience acute kidney injury 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

ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY396 of 22,393 reports

ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY is a less commonly reported adverse event for RIFAMPIN, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.

Other Side Effects of RIFAMPIN

In addition to acute kidney injury, the following adverse reactions have been reported for RIFAMPIN:

Other Drugs Associated with ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY

The following drugs have also been linked to acute kidney injury in FDA adverse event reports:

ACETAMINOPHEN, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDEACETAZOLAMIDEALFUZOSIN HYDROCHLORIDEALLOPURINOLALUMINUM HYDROXIDE AND MAGNESIUM CARBONATEAMLODIPINEAMMONIUM LACTATEAMOXICILLINAMOXICILLIN AND CLAVULANATE POTASSIUMAMPHOTERICIN BAMPICILLINAMPICILLIN SODIUMANTACID TABLETSANTI THYMOCYTE GLOBULIN (RABBIT)ANTIFUNGAL LIQUID SPRAYAPIXABANATOVAQUONEAVOBENZONE, HOMOSALATE, OCTISALATE, OCTOCRYLENE, OXYBENZONEAZITHROMYCINAZITHROMYCIN DIHYDRATE

Frequently Asked Questions

Does RIFAMPIN cause ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY?

ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY has been reported as an adverse event in 396 FDA reports for RIFAMPIN. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY with RIFAMPIN?

ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY accounts for approximately 1.8% of all adverse event reports for RIFAMPIN, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY while taking RIFAMPIN?

If you experience acute kidney injury while taking RIFAMPIN, 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

RIFAMPIN Full ProfileAll Drugs Causing ACUTE KIDNEY INJURYSanofi-Aventis U.S. 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.