Tubersol Side Effects

Generic name: tuberculin purified protein derivative

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 29, 2023.

Note: This document contains side effect information about tuberculin purified protein derivative. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Tubersol.

Applies to tuberculin purified protein derivative: intradermal solution.

Serious side effects of Tubersol

Along with its needed effects, tuberculin purified protein derivative (the active ingredient contained in Tubersol) may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking tuberculin purified protein derivative:

Incidence not known

Bleeding at the injection site (occurring up to 3 days after the skin test)
blistering, crusting, or scabbing at the injection site
cough
deep, dark purple bruise at the injection site (occurring up to 3 days after the skin test)
difficult or labored breathing
dizziness
fainting
fast heartbeat
fever
hard lump at the injection site
hives
itching, pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site
large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
noisy breathing
puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
scar at the injection site
unusual tiredness or weakness

Other side effects of Tubersol

Some side effects of tuberculin purified protein derivative may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them: