VEMURAFENIB and OFF LABEL USE

841 reports of this reaction

3.6% of all VEMURAFENIB reports

#5 most reported adverse reaction

Overview

OFF LABEL USE is the #5 most commonly reported adverse reaction for VEMURAFENIB, manufactured by Genentech, Inc.. There are 841 FDA adverse event reports linking VEMURAFENIB to OFF LABEL USE. This represents approximately 3.6% of all 23,551 adverse event reports for this drug.

Patients taking VEMURAFENIB 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 USE841 of 23,551 reports

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

Other Side Effects of VEMURAFENIB

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

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 VEMURAFENIB cause OFF LABEL USE?

OFF LABEL USE has been reported as an adverse event in 841 FDA reports for VEMURAFENIB. This does not prove causation, but indicates an association observed in post-market surveillance data.

How common is OFF LABEL USE with VEMURAFENIB?

OFF LABEL USE accounts for approximately 3.6% of all adverse event reports for VEMURAFENIB, making it a notable side effect.

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

If you experience off label use while taking VEMURAFENIB, 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

VEMURAFENIB Full ProfileAll Drugs Causing OFF LABEL USEGenentech, 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.