RITUXIMAB and RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS

19,544 reports of this reaction

2.6% of all RITUXIMAB reports

#3 most reported adverse reaction

Overview

RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS is the #3 most commonly reported adverse reaction for RITUXIMAB, manufactured by Genentech, Inc.. There are 19,544 FDA adverse event reports linking RITUXIMAB to RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS. This represents approximately 2.6% of all 743,156 adverse event reports for this drug.

RITUXIMAB has an overall safety score of 85 out of 100. Patients taking RITUXIMAB who experience rheumatoid arthritis 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

RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS19,544 of 743,156 reports

RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS is a less commonly reported adverse event for RITUXIMAB, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.

Other Side Effects of RITUXIMAB

In addition to rheumatoid arthritis, the following adverse reactions have been reported for RITUXIMAB:

Other Drugs Associated with RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS

The following drugs have also been linked to rheumatoid arthritis in FDA adverse event reports:

ABATACEPTACETAMINOPHEN AND CODEINEADALIMUMABADALIMUMAB AATYADALIMUMAB ADAZADALIMUMAB FKJPALENDRONATE SODIUMANAKINRAAZATHIOPRINEBARICITINIBBENZETHONIUM CHLORIDECAFFEINE CITRATECALCIUM GLUCONATECELECOXIBCERTOLIZUMAB PEGOLCETIRIZINECETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDECETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE ALLERGYCETIRIZINE HYDROCHLORIDE TABLETSCLONIDINE HYDROCHLORIDE

Frequently Asked Questions

Does RITUXIMAB cause RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS?

RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS has been reported as an adverse event in 19,544 FDA reports for RITUXIMAB. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS with RITUXIMAB?

RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS accounts for approximately 2.6% of all adverse event reports for RITUXIMAB, making it one of the most commonly reported side effect.

What should I do if I experience RHEUMATOID ARTHRITIS while taking RITUXIMAB?

If you experience rheumatoid arthritis while taking RITUXIMAB, 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

RITUXIMAB Full ProfileAll Drugs Causing RHEUMATOID ARTHRITISGenentech, Inc. 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.