Adverse Events Due to Insomnia Drugs Reported in a Regulatory Database and Online Patient Reviews: Comparative Study.

Jill S Borchert Bo Wang Muzaina Ramzanali Amy B Stein Latha M Malaiyandi Kirk E Dineley

Published in: Journal of medical Internet research (2019)

For hypnotic medications, online patient reviews and FAERS emphasized similar adverse events. Online reviewers rated drugs based on perception of efficacy and adverse events. We conclude that online patient reviews of hypnotics are a valid source that can supplement traditional adverse event reporting systems.

Keyphrases

social media
health information
case report
adverse drug
emergency department
healthcare
systematic review
physical activity
sleep quality