12,481 reports of this reaction
2.1% of all SULFASALAZINE reports
#7 most reported adverse reaction
JOINT SWELLING is the #7 most commonly reported adverse reaction for SULFASALAZINE, manufactured by Pfizer Laboratories Div Pfizer Inc. There are 12,481 FDA adverse event reports linking SULFASALAZINE to JOINT SWELLING. This represents approximately 2.1% of all 583,229 adverse event reports for this drug.
SULFASALAZINE has an overall safety score of 85 out of 100. Patients taking SULFASALAZINE who experience joint swelling should discuss this symptom with their healthcare provider to determine whether it may be related to their medication and what alternatives may be available.
JOINT SWELLING is a less commonly reported adverse event for SULFASALAZINE, but still significant enough to appear in the safety profile.
In addition to joint swelling, the following adverse reactions have been reported for SULFASALAZINE:
The following drugs have also been linked to joint swelling in FDA adverse event reports:
JOINT SWELLING has been reported as an adverse event in 12,481 FDA reports for SULFASALAZINE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.
JOINT SWELLING accounts for approximately 2.1% of all adverse event reports for SULFASALAZINE, making it a notable side effect.
If you experience joint swelling while taking SULFASALAZINE, 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.