RUFINAMIDE and OFF LABEL USE

217 reports of this reaction

4.3% of all RUFINAMIDE reports

#3 most reported adverse reaction

Overview

OFF LABEL USE is the #3 most commonly reported adverse reaction for RUFINAMIDE, manufactured by Eisai Inc.. There are 217 FDA adverse event reports linking RUFINAMIDE to OFF LABEL USE. This represents approximately 4.3% of all 5,100 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking RUFINAMIDE who experience off label use 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

OFF LABEL USE217 of 5,100 reports

OFF LABEL USE is moderately reported among RUFINAMIDE users, representing a notable but not dominant share of adverse events.

Other Side Effects of RUFINAMIDE

In addition to off label use, the following adverse reactions have been reported for RUFINAMIDE:

Other Drugs Associated with OFF LABEL USE

The following drugs have also been linked to off label use in FDA adverse event reports:

0XYGENABACAVIR SULFATEABATACEPTABIRATERONE ACETATEACALABRUTINIBACETAMINOPHENACETAMINOPHEN 500MGACETAMINOPHEN AND CODEINEACETAMINOPHEN AND DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDEACETAMINOPHEN AND IBUPROFENACETAMINOPHEN AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDEACETAMINOPHEN, ASPIRIN, AND CAFFEINEACETAMINOPHEN, ASPIRIN, CAFFEINEACETAMINOPHEN, ASPIRIN (NSAID) AND CAFFEINEACETAMINOPHEN, CAFFEINEACETAMINOPHEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, DEXTROMETHORPHAN HYDROBROMIDE, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDEACETAMINOPHEN, CHLORPHENIRAMINE MALEATE, PHENYLEPHRINE HCLACETAMINOPHEN, DIPHENHYDRAMINE HYDROCHLORIDEACETAMINOPHEN, GUAIFENESIN, AND PHENYLEPHRINE HYDROCHLORIDEACETAMINOPHEN, IBUPROFEN

Frequently Asked Questions

Does RUFINAMIDE cause OFF LABEL USE?

OFF LABEL USE has been reported as an adverse event in 217 FDA reports for RUFINAMIDE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is OFF LABEL USE with RUFINAMIDE?

OFF LABEL USE accounts for approximately 4.3% of all adverse event reports for RUFINAMIDE, making it one of the most commonly reported side effect.

What should I do if I experience OFF LABEL USE while taking RUFINAMIDE?

If you experience off label use while taking RUFINAMIDE, 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

RUFINAMIDE Full ProfileAll Drugs Causing OFF LABEL USEEisai 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.