WELCHOL: 42 Adverse Event Reports & Safety Profile
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42
Total FAERS Reports
0
Deaths Reported
13
Hospitalizations
42
As Primary/Secondary Suspect
3
Life-Threatening
2
Disabilities
First Report: 2003 · Latest Report: 20140506
What Are the Most Common WELCHOL Side Effects?
#1 Most Reported
Drug administration error
6 reports (14.3%)
#2 Most Reported
Muscle spasms
5 reports (11.9%)
#3 Most Reported
Cerebrovascular accident
5 reports (11.9%)
All WELCHOL Side Effects by Frequency
| Side Effect | Reports | % of Total | Deaths | Hosp. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drug administration error | 6 | 14.3% | 0 | 4 |
| Cerebrovascular accident | 5 | 11.9% | 0 | 2 |
| Muscle spasms | 5 | 11.9% | 0 | 1 |
Who Reports WELCHOL Side Effects? Age & Gender Data
Average age: 68.0 years. Most reports from: US. View detailed demographics →
Is WELCHOL Getting Safer? Reports by Year
| Year | Reports | Deaths | Hosp. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 7 | 0 | 1 |
| 2013 | 9 | 0 | 3 |
| 2014 | 8 | 0 | 4 |
What Is WELCHOL Used For?
| Indication | Reports |
|---|---|
| Hypercholesterolaemia | 8 |
| Hyperlipidaemia | 6 |
| Product used for unknown indication | 6 |
Official FDA Label for WELCHOL
Official prescribing information from the FDA-approved drug label.