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Side Effects of Ketek

Common Ketek Side Effects:

The most common side effects of Ketek are:

  • Nausea
  • Diarrhea
  • Abdominal Pain
  • Vomiting
  • Headache
  • Changes in sense of taste
The side effects listed above are not considered to be life-threatening or extremely dangerous. However, to ensure that you are practicing the greatest level of safety when taking any drug, you should consult your doctor regarding any side effects you experience. Your doctor may need to run further tests or re-evaluate your medical history and situation to make sure Ketek is safe and effective for you.

Other Ketek Side Effects

Other less common side effects of Ketek may include:
  • Jaundice (yellowing of the eyes or skin)
  • Fatigue
  • Lightheaded
  • Loss of Appetite
  • Palpitations
  • Blurred Vision
  • Rashes
The side effects in the above list are not common and are not considered a clear and present danger, but may lead to addition discomfort and do present a safety concern. Call your doctor immediately if you experience any of the above side effects of Ketek.

Dangerous Ketek Side Effects:

Ketek Liver Damage

Although it is more rare than other side effects, liver damage and liver failure are very serious and potentially fatal side effects that may occur in those taking Ketek.  In 2006, the first cases of death due to liver damage were reported in conjunction with Ketek.  As of April of 2008, Ketek has been linked with 18 deaths and 134 cases of reported liver damage. In response, the FDA has issued public safety reports and required Sanofi-Aventis to place additional warning information on the Ketek label. The FDA continues to research and monitor Ketek, especially after reports and legal action taken in relation to irresponsible and falsified clinical trial conduct on the part of at least one medical researcher. Click here to read more about the FDA and Ketek.


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Which symptoms or problems have you had?
(check all that apply)
Hepatotoxicity
blurry vision
liver transplantation
difficulty breathing
jaundice (yellow skin)
fainting spells
 abnormal liver function
itching
liver tissue death
liver problems
jaundice (yellow eyes)
skin rash
swelling of tongue or throat vomiting
redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin,
         including inside the mouth
severe or watery diarrhea or persistent diarrhea
Describe what other symptoms occurred
What was the diagnosis?
Date of Diagnosis:

ADDITIONAL KETEK CASE INFORMATION
What were the dates of use?
Start Date
End Date
What other medications were being taken at that time?
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