VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE and PYREXIA

Overview

PYREXIA is the #4 most commonly reported adverse reaction for VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE, manufactured by Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.. There are 3,954 FDA adverse event reports linking VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE to PYREXIA. This represents approximately 3.4% of all 116,197 adverse event reports for this drug.

VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE has an overall safety score of 88 out of 100. Patients taking VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE who experience pyrexia 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

PYREXIA is moderately reported among VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE users, representing a notable but not dominant share of adverse events.

Other Side Effects of VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE

In addition to pyrexia, the following adverse reactions have been reported for VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE:

• DRUG INEFFECTIVE — 6,910 reports
• ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY — 4,706 reports
• OFF LABEL USE — 4,434 reports
• DRUG REACTION WITH EOSINOPHILIA AND SYSTEMIC SYMPTOMS — 2,607 reports
• RENAL FAILURE — 2,437 reports
• SEPSIS — 2,348 reports
• DIARRHOEA — 2,319 reports
• PNEUMONIA — 2,198 reports
• RASH — 2,139 reports
• HYPOTENSION — 2,122 reports

Other Drugs Associated with PYREXIA

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

Does VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE cause PYREXIA?

PYREXIA has been reported as an adverse event in 3,954 FDA reports for VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is PYREXIA with VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE?

PYREXIA accounts for approximately 3.4% of all adverse event reports for VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE, making it a notable side effect.

What should I do if I experience PYREXIA while taking VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE?

If you experience pyrexia while taking VANCOMYCIN HYDROCHLORIDE, 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.

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