SEVOFLURANE and CARDIAC ARREST

415 reports of this reaction

3.5% of all SEVOFLURANE reports

#3 most reported adverse reaction

Overview

CARDIAC ARREST is the #3 most commonly reported adverse reaction for SEVOFLURANE, manufactured by AbbVie Inc.. There are 415 FDA adverse event reports linking SEVOFLURANE to CARDIAC ARREST. This represents approximately 3.5% of all 11,848 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking SEVOFLURANE 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 ARREST415 of 11,848 reports

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

Other Side Effects of SEVOFLURANE

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

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 SEVOFLURANE cause CARDIAC ARREST?

CARDIAC ARREST has been reported as an adverse event in 415 FDA reports for SEVOFLURANE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is CARDIAC ARREST with SEVOFLURANE?

CARDIAC ARREST accounts for approximately 3.5% of all adverse event reports for SEVOFLURANE, making it one of the most commonly reported side effect.

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

If you experience cardiac arrest while taking SEVOFLURANE, 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

SEVOFLURANE Full ProfileAll Drugs Causing CARDIAC ARRESTAbbVie 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.