VALTREX: 153 Adverse Event Reports & Safety Profile
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153
Total FAERS Reports
4 (2.6%)
Deaths Reported
58
Hospitalizations
153
As Primary/Secondary Suspect
14
Life-Threatening
4
Disabilities
First Report: 2003 · Latest Report: 20140521
What Are the Most Common VALTREX Side Effects?
#1 Most Reported
Drug ineffective
13 reports (8.5%)
#2 Most Reported
Hepatic enzyme increased
11 reports (7.2%)
#3 Most Reported
Altered state of consciousness
11 reports (7.2%)
All VALTREX Side Effects by Frequency
| Side Effect | Reports | % of Total | Deaths | Hosp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drug ineffective | 13 | 8.5% | 0 | 1 |
| Altered state of consciousness | 11 | 7.2% | 0 | 7 |
| Hepatic enzyme increased | 11 | 7.2% | 0 | 9 |
| Dysarthria | 10 | 6.5% | 0 | 8 |
| Haemolysis | 10 | 6.5% | 0 | 10 |
| Jaundice | 10 | 6.5% | 0 | 10 |
| Renal failure acute | 9 | 5.9% | 0 | 8 |
| Blood bilirubin increased | 7 | 4.6% | 0 | 7 |
| Vomiting | 7 | 4.6% | 0 | 5 |
| Decreased appetite | 6 | 3.9% | 0 | 5 |
| Hallucination | 6 | 3.9% | 0 | 4 |
| Malaise | 6 | 3.9% | 0 | 4 |
| Toxic encephalopathy | 6 | 3.9% | 1 | 3 |
| Delirium | 5 | 3.3% | 0 | 2 |
| Dizziness | 5 | 3.3% | 0 | 3 |
| Headache | 5 | 3.3% | 0 | 1 |
| Herpes virus infection | 5 | 3.3% | 0 | 0 |
| Herpes zoster | 5 | 3.3% | 0 | 2 |
| Ill-defined disorder | 5 | 3.3% | 0 | 0 |
| Nausea | 5 | 3.3% | 0 | 4 |
Who Reports VALTREX Side Effects? Age & Gender Data
Average age: 65.6 years. Most reports from: US. View detailed demographics →
Is VALTREX Getting Safer? Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Deaths | Hosp. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 2005 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2006 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2009 | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| 2011 | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 5 | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 | 42 | 1 | 23 |
| 2014 | 27 | 1 | 17 |
What Is VALTREX Used For?
| Indication | Reports |
|---|---|
| Herpes zoster | 44 |
| Product used for unknown indication | 35 |
| Prophylaxis | 14 |
| Herpes virus infection | 10 |
| Herpes simplex | 9 |
| Genital herpes | 8 |
| Oral herpes | 6 |
| Varicella | 5 |
VALTREX vs Alternatives: Which Is Safer?
VALTREX vs VAMOROLONE
VALTREX vs VANCOMYCIN
VALTREX vs VANDETANIB
VALTREX vs VARDENAFIL
VALTREX vs VARENICLINE
VALTREX vs VARICELLA-ZOSTER VIRUS STRAIN OKA/MERCK LIVE ANTIGEN
VALTREX vs VASOPRESSIN
VALTREX vs VECTIBIX
VALTREX vs VECURONIUM
VALTREX vs VEDOLIZUMAB
Official FDA Label for VALTREX
Official prescribing information from the FDA-approved drug label.