TEGASEROD: 102 Adverse Event Reports & Safety Profile
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102
Total FAERS Reports
2 (2.0%)
Deaths Reported
13
Hospitalizations
102
As Primary/Secondary Suspect
3
Life-Threatening
3
Disabilities
Jul 24, 2002
FDA Approved
Discontinued
Status
Active Ingredient: TEGASEROD MALEATE · FDA Application: 021200 ·
First Report: 2002 · Latest Report: 20220501
What Are the Most Common TEGASEROD Side Effects?
#1 Most Reported
Drug ineffective
17 reports (16.7%)
#2 Most Reported
Drug hypersensitivity
16 reports (15.7%)
#3 Most Reported
Off label use
13 reports (12.7%)
All TEGASEROD Side Effects by Frequency
| Side Effect | Reports | % of Total | Deaths | Hosp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drug ineffective | 17 | 16.7% | 0 | 1 |
| Drug hypersensitivity | 16 | 15.7% | 0 | 0 |
| Off label use | 13 | 12.8% | 0 | 0 |
| Malaise | 8 | 7.8% | 0 | 1 |
| Abdominal discomfort | 7 | 6.9% | 0 | 0 |
| Bladder disorder | 7 | 6.9% | 0 | 0 |
| Condition aggravated | 7 | 6.9% | 0 | 1 |
| Dizziness | 7 | 6.9% | 0 | 0 |
| Fatigue | 7 | 6.9% | 0 | 0 |
| Intentional product misuse | 7 | 6.9% | 0 | 0 |
| Arthritis | 6 | 5.9% | 0 | 0 |
| Barrett's oesophagus | 6 | 5.9% | 0 | 0 |
| Blood magnesium decreased | 6 | 5.9% | 0 | 0 |
| Blood zinc decreased | 6 | 5.9% | 0 | 0 |
| Cystitis | 6 | 5.9% | 0 | 0 |
| Diabetes mellitus | 6 | 5.9% | 0 | 0 |
| Femur fracture | 6 | 5.9% | 0 | 0 |
| Micturition urgency | 6 | 5.9% | 0 | 0 |
| Nausea | 6 | 5.9% | 0 | 1 |
| Rash macular | 6 | 5.9% | 0 | 0 |
Who Reports TEGASEROD Side Effects? Age & Gender Data
Gender: 81.1% female, 18.9% male. Average age: 62.0 years. Most reports from: US. View detailed demographics →
Is TEGASEROD Getting Safer? Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Deaths | Hosp. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2004 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2007 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2009 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2011 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| 2012 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2014 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2015 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 | 2 | 0 | 2 |
| 2019 | 8 | 0 | 1 |
| 2020 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 | 4 | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 4 | 0 | 0 |
What Is TEGASEROD Used For?
| Indication | Reports |
|---|---|
| Irritable bowel syndrome | 23 |
| Product used for unknown indication | 21 |
| Constipation | 12 |
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Official FDA Label for TEGASEROD
Official prescribing information from the FDA-approved drug label.