Objective:Artemether is a semi-synthetic derivative of artemisinin and is widely used in the treatment of Plasmodium(P.)falciparum malaria.This study aimed to characterize the safety profile of artemether based on 15-...Objective:Artemether is a semi-synthetic derivative of artemisinin and is widely used in the treatment of Plasmodium(P.)falciparum malaria.This study aimed to characterize the safety profile of artemether based on 15-year data retrived from FDA adverse event reporting system(FAERS).Methods:This is a retrospective analysis on 15-year data of artemether-related adverse effects(AEs)retrieved from the FAERS.AEs were classified according to System Organ Class(SOC)and Preferred Terms(PT).Signal detection was performed using Reporting Odds Ratios(ROR),Proportional Reporting Ratios(PRR),and Empirical Bayes Geometric Mean(EBGM).Stratified analyses examined the impact of demographic factors such as sex,age,and time-to-onset.Temporal patterns and associated risk factors were also investigated.Results:Haemolytic anaemia and haemolysis emerged as the most frequently reported AEs,exhibiting significantly elevated RORs(males:ROR 381.36,95%CI 247.06-588.60;females:ROR 455.11,95%CI 286.43-723.12).Sex-specific differences were evident,with females showing a higher incidence of reproductive-related AEs,including spontaneous abortion and premature labour.Temporal trend analysis revealed that the majority of AEs occurred within the first 30 days after the initiation of artemether administration,indicating a rapid onset.The most affected SOCs were blood and lymphatic system disorders and hepatobiliary disorders.Conclusions:Artemether is associated with a notable frequency of early-onset AEs,particularly hematological and hepatobiliary disorders.The observed sex-specific vulnerability to reproductive AEs highlights the need for sex-conscious clinical approaches.Enhanced post-treatment monitoring and further investigations into the drug’s pharmacokinetics and mechanistic pathways are recommended.展开更多
Background:Lenvatinib is primarily utilized for the treatment of inoperable or advanced hepatocellular carcinoma,radioiodine-refractory differentiated thyroid cancer,and advanced renal cell carcinoma.Primary informati...Background:Lenvatinib is primarily utilized for the treatment of inoperable or advanced hepatocellular carcinoma,radioiodine-refractory differentiated thyroid cancer,and advanced renal cell carcinoma.Primary information about adverse reactions is principally derived from clinical trials;however,there is a notable dearth of substantial real-world studies.Methods:In this research,an examination of the U.S.Food and Drug Administration(FDA)Adverse Event Reporting System(FAERS)database was performed to evaluate the potential side effects of lenvatinib.The FAERS database revealed a total of 20,290 reported adverse events associated with lenvatinib.Different algorithms for repeated measure analysis were employed to ascertain the significance of these adverse reactions.Results:The study identified 170 instances of adverse events(AEs)induced by lenvatinib,incorporating several significant adverse reactions that the product label does not mention.The investigation also evaluated the onset periods of the adverse reactions,pinpointing a median time of 43 days.The majority of adverse reactions manifested within the initial month of lenvatinib use.Sex-specific analysis revealed disparities in high risk adverse reactions between females(vascular and lymphatic diseases,and neuronal organ diseases)and males(death and infectious diseases).Our data mining has unveiled adverse reactions beyond those mentioned within the instructions,such as osteonecrosis of the jaw,cholecystitis,cholangitis,dehydration,tumor lysis syndrome,type 1 diabetes,hyperammonemia,liver abscess,interstitial lung disease,pneumothorax,sudden death,and aortic dissection.Conclusion:The insights derived from these findings contribute significant nuances for optimizing lenvatinib use,enhancing its efficacy,and substantially mitigating potential side effects.These data elements will substantially enhance the implementation of the drug in a clinical environment.展开更多
Objective In this study,we aimed to determine the incidence of adverse drug reactions(ADRs)of atezolizumab,identify ADR signals that are significantly related to atezolizumab,and provide a reference for the rational u...Objective In this study,we aimed to determine the incidence of adverse drug reactions(ADRs)of atezolizumab,identify ADR signals that are significantly related to atezolizumab,and provide a reference for the rational use of atezolizumab in the clinic through the statistical analysis of its adverse drug events(ADEs)reported in the American Food and Drug Administration(FDA)Adverse Event Reporting System(FAERS)database.Methods In total,4796 cases of atezolizumab ADEs reported in the American FAERS database from 2017 to 2019 were retrospectively analyzed.Results The top three ADEs were febrile neutropenia(3.7%),anemia(2.9%),and acute renal failure(2.3%).In addition,the incidence rates of some ADEs were significantly different according to sex and age.The systematic organ classification of atezolizumab ADEs involved 32 systems,among which the top three were blood and lymphatic system disorders(585 cases,12.2%),gastrointestinal disorders(433 cases,9.0%),and infections and infestations(401 cases,8.4%).The reporting odds ratio(ROR)method was used to detect the ADR signals of atezolizumab.The ROR(95%confidence interval)of the top ADE,febrile neutropenia,was 39.236(33.757–45.604).In addition,we found 121 cases of complications associated with immune-related ADEs.Conclusion The ADRs of atezolizumab reported in the FAERS database were consistent with those mentioned in the instructions for atezolizumab use,suggesting that atezolizumab has an acceptable and controllable drug effect.展开更多
文摘Objective:Artemether is a semi-synthetic derivative of artemisinin and is widely used in the treatment of Plasmodium(P.)falciparum malaria.This study aimed to characterize the safety profile of artemether based on 15-year data retrived from FDA adverse event reporting system(FAERS).Methods:This is a retrospective analysis on 15-year data of artemether-related adverse effects(AEs)retrieved from the FAERS.AEs were classified according to System Organ Class(SOC)and Preferred Terms(PT).Signal detection was performed using Reporting Odds Ratios(ROR),Proportional Reporting Ratios(PRR),and Empirical Bayes Geometric Mean(EBGM).Stratified analyses examined the impact of demographic factors such as sex,age,and time-to-onset.Temporal patterns and associated risk factors were also investigated.Results:Haemolytic anaemia and haemolysis emerged as the most frequently reported AEs,exhibiting significantly elevated RORs(males:ROR 381.36,95%CI 247.06-588.60;females:ROR 455.11,95%CI 286.43-723.12).Sex-specific differences were evident,with females showing a higher incidence of reproductive-related AEs,including spontaneous abortion and premature labour.Temporal trend analysis revealed that the majority of AEs occurred within the first 30 days after the initiation of artemether administration,indicating a rapid onset.The most affected SOCs were blood and lymphatic system disorders and hepatobiliary disorders.Conclusions:Artemether is associated with a notable frequency of early-onset AEs,particularly hematological and hepatobiliary disorders.The observed sex-specific vulnerability to reproductive AEs highlights the need for sex-conscious clinical approaches.Enhanced post-treatment monitoring and further investigations into the drug’s pharmacokinetics and mechanistic pathways are recommended.
基金The 2022 Educational Teaching Reform and Research Project of Guangxi University of Traditional Chinese Medicine(2022C032).
文摘Background:Lenvatinib is primarily utilized for the treatment of inoperable or advanced hepatocellular carcinoma,radioiodine-refractory differentiated thyroid cancer,and advanced renal cell carcinoma.Primary information about adverse reactions is principally derived from clinical trials;however,there is a notable dearth of substantial real-world studies.Methods:In this research,an examination of the U.S.Food and Drug Administration(FDA)Adverse Event Reporting System(FAERS)database was performed to evaluate the potential side effects of lenvatinib.The FAERS database revealed a total of 20,290 reported adverse events associated with lenvatinib.Different algorithms for repeated measure analysis were employed to ascertain the significance of these adverse reactions.Results:The study identified 170 instances of adverse events(AEs)induced by lenvatinib,incorporating several significant adverse reactions that the product label does not mention.The investigation also evaluated the onset periods of the adverse reactions,pinpointing a median time of 43 days.The majority of adverse reactions manifested within the initial month of lenvatinib use.Sex-specific analysis revealed disparities in high risk adverse reactions between females(vascular and lymphatic diseases,and neuronal organ diseases)and males(death and infectious diseases).Our data mining has unveiled adverse reactions beyond those mentioned within the instructions,such as osteonecrosis of the jaw,cholecystitis,cholangitis,dehydration,tumor lysis syndrome,type 1 diabetes,hyperammonemia,liver abscess,interstitial lung disease,pneumothorax,sudden death,and aortic dissection.Conclusion:The insights derived from these findings contribute significant nuances for optimizing lenvatinib use,enhancing its efficacy,and substantially mitigating potential side effects.These data elements will substantially enhance the implementation of the drug in a clinical environment.
文摘Objective In this study,we aimed to determine the incidence of adverse drug reactions(ADRs)of atezolizumab,identify ADR signals that are significantly related to atezolizumab,and provide a reference for the rational use of atezolizumab in the clinic through the statistical analysis of its adverse drug events(ADEs)reported in the American Food and Drug Administration(FDA)Adverse Event Reporting System(FAERS)database.Methods In total,4796 cases of atezolizumab ADEs reported in the American FAERS database from 2017 to 2019 were retrospectively analyzed.Results The top three ADEs were febrile neutropenia(3.7%),anemia(2.9%),and acute renal failure(2.3%).In addition,the incidence rates of some ADEs were significantly different according to sex and age.The systematic organ classification of atezolizumab ADEs involved 32 systems,among which the top three were blood and lymphatic system disorders(585 cases,12.2%),gastrointestinal disorders(433 cases,9.0%),and infections and infestations(401 cases,8.4%).The reporting odds ratio(ROR)method was used to detect the ADR signals of atezolizumab.The ROR(95%confidence interval)of the top ADE,febrile neutropenia,was 39.236(33.757–45.604).In addition,we found 121 cases of complications associated with immune-related ADEs.Conclusion The ADRs of atezolizumab reported in the FAERS database were consistent with those mentioned in the instructions for atezolizumab use,suggesting that atezolizumab has an acceptable and controllable drug effect.
