Gemtesa Side Effects

Generic name: vibegron

Medically reviewed by Philip Thornton, DipPharm. Last updated on Jan 8, 2024.

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

Applies to vibegron: oral tablet.

Serious side effects of Gemtesa

Along with its needed effects, vibegron (the active ingredient contained in Gemtesa) 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 immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking vibegron:

More common

• Bladder pain
• bloody or cloudy urine
• difficult, burning, or painful urination
• frequent urge to urinate
• lower back or side pain

Incidence not known

• Decrease in the frequency of urination
• decrease in urine volume
• difficulty in passing urine (dribbling)
• itching, skin rash, encrusted, scaly and oozing

Other side effects of Gemtesa

Some side effects of vibegron 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:

Less common

• Body aches or pain
• chills
• constipation
• cough or cough producing mucus
• diarrhea
• difficulty in breathing
• dry mouth
• ear congestion
• headache
• feeling of warmth
• fever
• loss of voice
• muscle aches
• nausea
• redness of the face, neck, arms and occasionally, the upper chest
• sneezing
• sore throat
• stuffy or runny nose
• tightness in the chest
• unusual tiredness or weakness

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to vibegron: oral tablet.

Genitourinary

Common (1% to 10%): Urinary tract infection (6.6%), urinary retention (<2%), residual urine volume increased (<2%)^[Ref]

Hematologic

Common (1% to 10%): Hot flash (<2%)^[Ref]

Respiratory

Common (1% to 10%): Upper respiratory tract infection (2 %), nasopharyngitis (2.8%)^[Ref]

Nervous system

Common (1% to 10%): Headache (4%)^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

Common (1% to 10%): Diarrhea (2.2%), constipation (<2%), nausea (2.2%), dry mouth (<2%)^[Ref]

Dermatologic

Postmarketing reports: Pruritus, rash, drug eruption, eczema^[Ref]

Frequently asked questions

• Can Gemtesa cause dementia?
• How long does it take for Gemtesa (vibegron) to work?
• How does Gemtesa (vibegron) work?

Further information

Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.

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