Infergen Side Effects

Generic Name: Interferon Alfacon-1

Please note - some side effects for Infergen 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 Infergen - for the consumer

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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 Infergen:

Diarrhea; dizziness; flu-like symptoms (eg, chills; headache; mild, temporary fever); hair thinning; increased sweating; joint or muscle aches; loss of appetite; mild bruising, itching, lump, redness, or swelling at the injection site; nausea; stomach upset; tiredness; weight loss.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue; unusual hoarseness); black, tarry, or blood stools; blood diarrhea; chest pain; confusion; dark urine; decreased urination; fainting; fast or irregular heartbeat; high or persistent fever, chills, or sore throat; mental or mood changes (eg, depression, irritability, nervousness, anxiety, aggressive behavior); numbness of an arm or leg; one-sided weakness; severe or persistent dizziness or headache; severe stomach or lower back pain; shortness of breath; slurred speech; sudden severe vomiting; symptoms of high blood sugar (eg, increased thirst or urination, unusual drowsiness, flushing, fruit-like breath odor); thoughts of killing or hurting yourself or others; unusual bleeding or bruising; vision problems or changes; yellowing of skin or eyes.

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