Infanrix Side Effects

Please note - some side effects for Infanrix 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 by Body System - for Healthcare Professionals

Applies to: intramuscular suspension

Local

Local side effects have included erythema, swelling, tenderness, and pain.

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity side effects have included rare reports of anaphylactic reactions (ie, hives, swelling of the mouth, difficulty breathing, hypotension, or shock). Arthus-type hypersensitivity reactions, characterized by severe local reactions (generally starting 2 to 8 hours after an injection), may follow receipt of tetanus toxoid.

General

General side effects have included fever greater than 101 degrees F (rectal), high-pitched cry, persistent cry, and irritability.

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have included anorexia and vomiting.

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have included drowsiness. A review by the Institute of Medicine (IOM) found evidence for a causal relationship between tetanus toxoid and both brachial neuritis and Guillain-Barre syndrome.

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