Dronabinol Side Effects

Some side effects of dronabinol 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 dronabinol: oral capsule

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction while taking dronabinol: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.

Stop using dronabinol and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:

• seizure (convulsions);

• paranoia, extreme fear;

• fast heart rate;

• feeling light-headed, fainting; or

• unusual thoughts or behavior.

Continue using dronabinol and talk with your doctor if you have any of these less serious side effects:

• mood changes;

• dizziness, trouble concentrating;

• feeling "high";

• weakness, lack of coordination;

• anxiety, confusion;

• stomach pain, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea;

• warmth or tingly feeling; or

• sleep problems (insomnia).

Side effects other than those listed here may also occur. Talk to your doctor about any side effect that seems unusual or that is especially bothersome.

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to dronabinol: oral capsule

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have included amnesia, anxiety/nervousness, ataxia, confusion, depersonalization, dizziness, euphoria, hallucination, paranoid reaction, somnolence, seizure, seizure-like activity, and abnormal thinking.

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular side effects have included palpitations, tachycardia, and vasodilation/facial flush.

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included abdominal pain, nausea, and vomiting.

General

General side effects have included asthenia and fatigue.

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