Altabax Side Effects

Generic name: retapamulin topical

Note: This document contains side effect information about retapamulin topical. Some of the dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Altabax.

Some side effects of Altabax may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

For the Consumer

Applies to retapamulin topical: topical ointment

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction while taking retapamulin topical (the active ingredient contained in Altabax) hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using retapamulin and call your doctor at once if you have severe burning, itching, redness, swelling, blistering, oozing, or other skin irritation where the medicine was applied.

Less serious side effects of retapamulin topical may include:

• mild skin irritation;

• nausea, diarrhea;

• headache; or

• stuffy nose, sore throat.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to retapamulin topical: topical ointment

Dermatologic

Dermatologic side effects have included application site irritation (1.6%), pruritus (1.9%), and eczema (1%). Dermatologic side effects that have been reported in less than 1% of patients include application site pain, erythema, and contact dermatitis.

Other

Other side effects have included headache (1% to 2%) and pyrexia (1.2%).

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included diarrhea (1.7%) and nausea (1.2%).

Respiratory

Respiratory side effects have included nasopharyngitis (1.5%).

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