RIFAMPICIN: 179 Adverse Event Reports & Safety Profile
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179
Total FAERS Reports
34 (19.0%)
Deaths Reported
79
Hospitalizations
179
As Primary/Secondary Suspect
10
Life-Threatening
1
Disabilities
First Report: 2008 · Latest Report: 20140607
What Are the Most Common RIFAMPICIN Side Effects?
#1 Most Reported
Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms
27 reports (15.1%)
#2 Most Reported
Pyrexia
23 reports (12.8%)
#3 Most Reported
Drug interaction
16 reports (8.9%)
All RIFAMPICIN Side Effects by Frequency
| Side Effect | Reports | % of Total | Deaths | Hosp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms | 27 | 15.1% | 2 | 12 |
| Pyrexia | 23 | 12.9% | 3 | 12 |
| Drug interaction | 16 | 8.9% | 3 | 6 |
| Dyspnoea | 13 | 7.3% | 8 | 9 |
| Vomiting | 13 | 7.3% | 4 | 9 |
| Drug-induced liver injury | 12 | 6.7% | 1 | 3 |
| Nausea | 11 | 6.2% | 3 | 7 |
| Pruritus | 10 | 5.6% | 6 | 5 |
| Alanine aminotransferase increased | 8 | 4.5% | 0 | 6 |
| Anaemia | 8 | 4.5% | 2 | 5 |
| Aspartate aminotransferase increased | 8 | 4.5% | 0 | 6 |
| Erythema | 8 | 4.5% | 2 | 4 |
| Lymphadenopathy | 8 | 4.5% | 1 | 6 |
| Abdominal pain | 7 | 3.9% | 0 | 7 |
| Altered state of consciousness | 7 | 3.9% | 1 | 6 |
| Asthenia | 7 | 3.9% | 1 | 4 |
| Condition aggravated | 7 | 3.9% | 2 | 3 |
| Drug ineffective | 7 | 3.9% | 3 | 6 |
| Hepatitis | 7 | 3.9% | 1 | 4 |
| Pulmonary tuberculosis | 7 | 3.9% | 4 | 7 |
Who Reports RIFAMPICIN Side Effects? Age & Gender Data
Average age: 46.8 years. Most reports from: JP. View detailed demographics →
Is RIFAMPICIN Getting Safer? Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Deaths | Hosp. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | 5 | 1 | 5 |
| 2009 | 4 | 1 | 1 |
| 2010 | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| 2011 | 12 | 3 | 8 |
| 2012 | 5 | 0 | 2 |
| 2013 | 18 | 5 | 10 |
| 2014 | 15 | 4 | 7 |
What Is RIFAMPICIN Used For?
| Indication | Reports |
|---|---|
| Pulmonary tuberculosis | 40 |
| Tuberculosis | 38 |
| Product used for unknown indication | 19 |
| Device related infection | 6 |
| Endocarditis staphylococcal | 6 |
| Meningitis tuberculous | 5 |
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Official FDA Label for RIFAMPICIN
Official prescribing information from the FDA-approved drug label.