NITROPRUSSIDE: 44 Adverse Event Reports & Safety Profile
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44
Total FAERS Reports
4 (9.1%)
Deaths Reported
17
Hospitalizations
44
As Primary/Secondary Suspect
8
Life-Threatening
First Report: 200711 · Latest Report: 20220526
What Are the Most Common NITROPRUSSIDE Side Effects?
#1 Most Reported
Drug ineffective
14 reports (31.8%)
#2 Most Reported
Toxicity to various agents
10 reports (22.7%)
#3 Most Reported
Acute kidney injury
10 reports (22.7%)
All NITROPRUSSIDE Side Effects by Frequency
| Side Effect | Reports | % of Total | Deaths | Hosp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drug ineffective | 14 | 31.8% | 2 | 5 |
| Acute kidney injury | 10 | 22.7% | 0 | 6 |
| Toxicity to various agents | 10 | 22.7% | 0 | 6 |
| Hypertension | 7 | 15.9% | 0 | 4 |
| Vomiting | 7 | 15.9% | 0 | 4 |
| Decreased appetite | 5 | 11.4% | 0 | 4 |
| Fluid retention | 5 | 11.4% | 0 | 4 |
| Oliguria | 5 | 11.4% | 0 | 4 |
| Renal impairment | 5 | 11.4% | 0 | 1 |
Who Reports NITROPRUSSIDE Side Effects? Age & Gender Data
Gender: 35.0% female, 65.0% male. Average age: 38.6 years. Most reports from: US. View detailed demographics →
Is NITROPRUSSIDE Getting Safer? Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Deaths | Hosp. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2007 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2021 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
What Is NITROPRUSSIDE Used For?
| Indication | Reports |
|---|---|
| Hypertension | 7 |
| Product used for unknown indication | 7 |
| Blood pressure management | 5 |
Official FDA Label for NITROPRUSSIDE
Official prescribing information from the FDA-approved drug label.