VANCOMYCIN and PYREXIA

Overview

PYREXIA is the #4 most commonly reported adverse reaction for VANCOMYCIN, manufactured by Hikma Pharmaceuticals USA Inc.. There are 3,515 FDA adverse event reports linking VANCOMYCIN to PYREXIA. This represents approximately 3.4% of all 102,861 adverse event reports for this drug.

VANCOMYCIN has an overall safety score of 88 out of 100. Patients taking VANCOMYCIN 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 users, representing a notable but not dominant share of adverse events.

Other Side Effects of VANCOMYCIN

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

• DRUG INEFFECTIVE — 6,107 reports
• ACUTE KIDNEY INJURY — 4,178 reports
• OFF LABEL USE — 3,965 reports
• DRUG REACTION WITH EOSINOPHILIA AND SYSTEMIC SYMPTOMS — 2,311 reports
• RENAL FAILURE — 2,199 reports
• SEPSIS — 2,062 reports
• DIARRHOEA — 2,034 reports
• PNEUMONIA — 1,907 reports
• HYPOTENSION — 1,883 reports
• RASH — 1,819 reports

Other Drugs Associated with PYREXIA

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

Does VANCOMYCIN cause PYREXIA?

PYREXIA has been reported as an adverse event in 3,515 FDA reports for VANCOMYCIN. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is PYREXIA with VANCOMYCIN?

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

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

If you experience pyrexia while taking VANCOMYCIN, 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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