Aclidinium Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jun 23, 2024.
Applies to aclidinium: inhalation aerosol powder.
Serious side effects of aclidinium
Along with its needed effects, aclidinium 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 aclidinium:
More common
- fever
- headache
- muscle aches
- sore throat
- stuffy or runny nose
- unusual tiredness or weakness
Less common
- bladder pain
- bloody or cloudy urine
- body aches or pain
- chest pain
- chills
- cough
- difficult, burning, or painful urination
- difficulty in breathing
- dry throat
- ear congestion
- fainting
- fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse
- frequent urge to urinate
- hoarseness
- loss of voice
- lower back or side pain
- sneezing
- tender, swollen glands in the neck
- tightness in the chest
- trouble in swallowing
- voice changes
Rare
- chest discomfort
- difficulty with moving
- dilated neck veins
- dry mouth
- extreme tiredness or weakness
- flushed, dry skin
- fruit-like breath odor
- increased hunger
- increased thirst
- loss of consciousness
- muscle pain or stiffness
- nausea
- pain, swelling, or redness in the joints
- slow or irregular heartbeat
- stomachache
- sweating
- swelling of the face, fingers, feet, or lower legs
- unexplained weight loss
Incidence not known
- blindness
- blurred vision
- burning while urinating
- decrease in the frequency of urination
- decrease in urine volume
- difficulty in passing urine (dribbling)
- dizziness
- eye pain
- hives, itching, skin rash
- large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or genitals
- puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
- tearing
- vomiting
Other side effects of aclidinium
Some side effects of aclidinium 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
- arm, neck, or leg pain
- back pain
- belching
- bruise
- depression
- diarrhea
- feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
- heartburn
- indigestion
- lightheadedness
- muscle cramps
- sensation of spinning
- stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
- toothache
- upper stomach pain
For healthcare professionals
Applies to aclidinium: inhalation powder.
Gastrointestinal
- Common (1% to 10%): Diarrhea (2.7%), toothache (1.1%), vomiting (1.1%)
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Dry mouth, abdominal discomfort, tooth abscess
- Postmarketing reports: Nausea, stomatitis[Ref]
Nervous system
- Common (1% to 10%): Headache (6.6%)
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Dizziness[Ref]
Other
- Common (1% to 10%): Fall (1.1%)
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Candidiasis[Ref]
Respiratory
- Common (1% to 10%): Nasopharyngitis (5.5%), cough (3%), sinusitis (1.7%), rhinitis (1.6%)
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Dysphonia[Ref]
Cardiovascular
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): First degree AV block, cardiac failure, cardiorespiratory arrest, palpitations
- Postmarketing reports: Tachycardia[Ref]
Dermatologic
Genitourinary
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Urinary retention[Ref]
Metabolic
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Diabetes mellitus (less than 1%)[Ref]
Musculoskeletal
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Osteoarthritis (less than 1%)[Ref]
Ocular
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Blurred vision[Ref]
Hypersensitivity
- Postmarketing reports: Immediate hypersensitivity reactions, including anaphylaxis, angioedema (including swelling of the lips, tongue, or throat), urticaria, rash, bronchospasm, itching[Ref]
References
1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
3. (2012) "Product Information. Tudorza Pressair (aclidinium)." Forest Pharmaceuticals
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Aclidinium side effects can vary depending on the individual. 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.