Table 2

Groups of drugs responsible for adverse drug reactions

Class of drug Number of reports
Topical local anaesthetics2-150 35
Antibiotics13
Anticonvulsants2-150 10
Vaccines10
Corticosteroids (inhaled and nasal)2-150  4
Pancreatic enzyme supplements2-150  4
Antiemetics 2
Opioids 2
Miscellaneous25
Total105

  • ↵2-150 Reports for these groups of drugs were specifically requested in monthly reminder letters.