Nafarelin Side Effects

Please note - some side effects for Nafarelin 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 Nafarelin - for the Consumer

Nafarelin

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 Nafarelin:

Acne; dandruff; decreased sexual desire; headache; hot flashes; mood swings; muscle pain; nasal irritation; runny nose; temporary increase or decrease in breast size; trouble sleeping; vaginal dryness; weight change.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); abdominal pain; chest pain; continued menstrual periods; depression; irregular heartbeat; mental or mood changes; severe, persistent, or unusual vaginal bleeding; shortness of breath; sudden headache or vomiting; swelling of the hands or feet; vision changes; whitish or brownish vaginal discharge.

Side Effects by Body System

Endocrine

Endocrine side effects have included hot flashes, decreased breast size, hirsutism, and decreased libido.

Genitourinary

Genitourinary side effects have included vaginal dryness.

Musculoskeletal

Musculoskeletal side effects have included myalgia and decrease in bone mass.

Psychiatric

Psychiatric side effects have included depression and emotional lability.

Respiratory

Respiratory side effects have included nasal irritation.

Dermatologic

Dermatologic side effects have included seborrhea and acne.

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity side effects have included shortness of breath, chest pain, urticaria, rash, and pruritus in approximately 0.2% of patients.

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have included headache and insomnia.

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular side effects have included edema.

General

General side effects have included weight gain or loss.

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