MICARDIS: 149 Adverse Event Reports & Safety Profile
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149
Total FAERS Reports
9 (6.0%)
Deaths Reported
50
Hospitalizations
149
As Primary/Secondary Suspect
17
Life-Threatening
4
Disabilities
First Report: 2003 · Latest Report: 20140529
What Are the Most Common MICARDIS Side Effects?
#1 Most Reported
Drug ineffective
14 reports (9.4%)
#2 Most Reported
Blood pressure increased
12 reports (8.1%)
#3 Most Reported
Dizziness
9 reports (6.0%)
All MICARDIS Side Effects by Frequency
| Side Effect | Reports | % of Total | Deaths | Hosp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drug ineffective | 14 | 9.4% | 0 | 3 |
| Blood pressure increased | 12 | 8.1% | 0 | 2 |
| Dizziness | 9 | 6.0% | 0 | 2 |
| Hypertension | 7 | 4.7% | 0 | 3 |
| Hyponatraemia | 7 | 4.7% | 0 | 5 |
| Rash | 7 | 4.7% | 0 | 2 |
| Dyspnoea | 6 | 4.0% | 0 | 1 |
| Headache | 6 | 4.0% | 0 | 4 |
| Liver disorder | 6 | 4.0% | 0 | 3 |
| Nausea | 6 | 4.0% | 0 | 4 |
| Pain in extremity | 6 | 4.0% | 0 | 1 |
| Bradycardia | 5 | 3.4% | 0 | 2 |
| Drug hypersensitivity | 5 | 3.4% | 0 | 1 |
| Fatigue | 5 | 3.4% | 0 | 0 |
| Malaise | 5 | 3.4% | 0 | 2 |
| Product quality issue | 5 | 3.4% | 0 | 0 |
| Pyrexia | 5 | 3.4% | 0 | 5 |
| Renal failure acute | 5 | 3.4% | 1 | 4 |
| Swollen tongue | 5 | 3.4% | 1 | 0 |
Who Reports MICARDIS Side Effects? Age & Gender Data
Average age: 68.2 years. Most reports from: US. View detailed demographics →
Is MICARDIS Getting Safer? Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Deaths | Hosp. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2005 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2008 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2010 | 7 | 1 | 4 |
| 2011 | 7 | 0 | 3 |
| 2012 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 | 39 | 3 | 22 |
| 2014 | 31 | 2 | 5 |
What Is MICARDIS Used For?
| Indication | Reports |
|---|---|
| Hypertension | 91 |
| Product used for unknown indication | 39 |
MICARDIS vs Alternatives: Which Is Safer?
MICARDIS vs MICONAZOLE
MICARDIS vs MIDAZOLAM
MICARDIS vs MIDAZOLAM\MIDAZOLAM
MICARDIS vs MIDODRINE
MICARDIS vs MIDOMAFETAMINE
MICARDIS vs MIDOSTAURIN
MICARDIS vs MIFEPRISTONE
MICARDIS vs MIGALASTAT
MICARDIS vs MIGLITOL
MICARDIS vs MIGLUSTAT
Official FDA Label for MICARDIS
Official prescribing information from the FDA-approved drug label.