Desirudin Side Effects

Brand Names: Iprivask

Please note - some side effects for Desirudin may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

Side Effects of Desirudin - for the Consumer

Desirudin

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Desirudin:

Redness or discomfort at the injection site.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); back pain; black or bloody stools; confusion; dark or bloody urine; fainting; fever; increased drainage or oozing from a wound; mass at the injection site; nausea or vomiting; one-sided weakness; severe or persistent dizziness, tiredness, or weakness; slurred speech; swelling of the legs; tingling or numbness (especially in the legs and feet) and muscle weakness; unusual or severe bleeding or bruising; vision problems; vomit that looks like coffee grounds.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

Side Effects by Body System - for Healthcare Professionals

Hematologic

Hematologic side effects including hemorrhage (30%) and hematomas are among the most serious and commonly reported side effects. In addition, anemia, thrombosis, thrombophlebitis, decreased hemoglobin, and cerebrovascular disorder have been reported.

Other

Other reported side effects have included wound secretion, leg edema, fever, hematuria, dizziness, epistaxis, impaired healing, leg pain and hematemesis.

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular side effects including hypotension have been rarely reported.

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects including nausea and vomiting have been reported rarely.

Local

Local side effects including injection site mass have been reported infrequently.

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity reactions including at least one case report of acute urticaria following desirudin administration have been reported.

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