Hydroxocobalamin Side Effects

Brand Names: Cyanokit

Please note - some side effects for Hydroxocobalamin may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA at http://www.fda.gov/medwatch/ or 1-800-FDA-1088 (1-800-332-1088).

Side Effects of Hydroxocobalamin - for the Consumer

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All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. When used in small doses, no COMMON side effects have been reported with Hydroxocobalamin. Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Hydroxocobalamin:

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); changes in blood pressure; diarrhea; fainting; flushing; itching; leg pain; pain or redness at the injection site; swelling.

Hydroxocobalamin Side Effects - for the Professional

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Mild transient diarrhea, itching, transitory exanthema, feeling of swelling of entire body, and anaphylaxis.

A few patients may experience pain after injection of Hydroxocobalamin.

Side Effects by Body System

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included mild transient diarrhea.

Other

Other side effects have included itching and feeling of swelling of the entire body.

Dermatologic

Dermatologic side effects have included transitory exanthema.

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity side effects have rarely included anaphylactic reactions.

Local

Local side effects have rarely included pain with injection.

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