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GOLD: 4,133 Adverse Event Reports & Safety Profile

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4,133
Total FAERS Reports
914 (22.1%)
Deaths Reported
1,724
Hospitalizations
4,133
As Primary/Secondary Suspect
992
Life-Threatening
1,155
Disabilities
Energique, Inc.
Manufacturer

Drug Class: Allergens [CS] · Route: ORAL · Manufacturer: Energique, Inc. · HUMAN OTC DRUG · FDA Label: Available

First Report: 1968 · Latest Report: 20200728

What Are the Most Common GOLD Side Effects?

#1 Most Reported
Drug ineffective
2,759 reports (66.8%)
#2 Most Reported
Rheumatoid arthritis
2,220 reports (53.7%)
#3 Most Reported
Drug intolerance
1,620 reports (39.2%)

All GOLD Side Effects by Frequency

Side Effect Reports % of Total Deaths Hosp.
Drug ineffective 2,759 66.8% 353 906
Rheumatoid arthritis 2,220 53.7% 342 777
Drug intolerance 1,620 39.2% 418 807
Off label use 1,601 38.7% 578 989
Joint swelling 1,532 37.1% 460 844
Arthropathy 1,456 35.2% 478 946
Drug hypersensitivity 1,405 34.0% 281 787
Arthralgia 1,328 32.1% 399 665
Treatment failure 1,271 30.8% 162 430
Contraindicated product administered 1,252 30.3% 279 623
Pain 1,233 29.8% 392 744
Condition aggravated 1,225 29.6% 390 700
Rash 989 23.9% 325 457
Nausea 971 23.5% 232 643
Musculoskeletal stiffness 894 21.6% 286 555
Headache 879 21.3% 323 671
Therapeutic product effect decreased 844 20.4% 154 458
Fatigue 841 20.4% 396 626
Peripheral swelling 829 20.1% 318 445
Abdominal discomfort 828 20.0% 397 725

Who Reports GOLD Side Effects? Age & Gender Data

Gender: 85.5% female, 14.5% male. Average age: 55.3 years. Most reports from: CA. View detailed demographics →

Is GOLD Getting Safer? Reports by Year

YearReportsDeathsHosp.
2000 2 0 0
2001 4 0 0
2002 1 0 0
2003 6 0 5
2005 1 0 1
2006 13 0 2
2007 9 0 6
2008 19 3 13
2009 4 0 2
2010 4 0 2
2011 13 0 5
2012 5 0 0
2013 14 4 9
2014 8 0 1
2015 67 16 34
2016 49 0 4
2017 31 6 13
2018 14 0 6
2019 3 0 2
2020 6 0 6

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What Is GOLD Used For?

IndicationReports
Product used for unknown indication 2,317
Rheumatoid arthritis 1,516
Mobility decreased 46
Joint stiffness 45
Pain 45
Systemic lupus erythematosus 44
Exposure during pregnancy 27
Foetal exposure during pregnancy 13
Drug hypersensitivity 10
Stomatitis 10

GOLD vs Alternatives: Which Is Safer?

GOLD vs GOLD THIOMALATE GOLD vs GOLIMUMAB GOLD vs GOLODIRSEN GOLD vs GONADORELIN GOLD vs GONADOTROPHIN, CHORIONIC GOLD vs GOSERELIN GOLD vs GRAMICIDIN GOLD vs GRAMICIDIN\NEOMYCIN\POLYMYXIN B GOLD vs GRAMICIDIN\POLYMYXIN B GOLD vs GRANISETRON

Other Drugs in Same Class: Allergens [CS]

Official FDA Label for GOLD

Official prescribing information from the FDA-approved drug label.

FDA Approved Uses (Indications)

Uses Temporarily relieves discomfort due to abnormal heart rhythm and headaches.* *CLAIMS BASED ON TRADITIONAL HOMEOPATHIC PRACTICE, NOT ACCEPTED MEDICAL EVIDENCE, NOT FDA EVALUATED. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Dosage & Administration

Directions for Use: Place drops under tongue for 30 seconds.

Adults

7 drops 3 times a day.

Children

2-12 years, 7 drops 3 times a day.

Under

2 years, consult your doctor. Use until symptoms are relieved or as directed by your health care provider.

Warnings

Warnings and Storage: Ask a professional before use if pregnant or breastfeeding or if you have severe symptoms. Keep away from children. If you have a reaction to this product that is not positive, discontinue use. Store in a cool and dry place. *CLAIMS BASED ON TRADITIONAL HOMEOPATHIC PRACTICE, NOT ACCEPTED MEDICAL EVIDENCE, NOT FDA EVALUATED. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.

Active Ingredient

ACTIVE INGREDIENTS: Lithium Carbonicum 6X, Cerebellum 6X, 12X, 30X, 60X, Cerebrum Suis 6X, 12X, 30X, 60X, Hypothalamus Suis 6X, 12X, 30X, 60X, Pineal Gland 6X, 12X, 30X, 60X, Aurum Metallicum 12X, Natrum Sulphuricum 12X, Sepia 12X, Serotonin 12X, 16X.

Inactive Ingredients

Inactive Ingredients: Sunflower seed oil, Lanolin, Olive oil, Yellow beeswax, Distilled water,Lanolin alcohol, Lactose, Lavender oil, Rose oil Prepared using rhythmical processes.