Adagen Side Effects
Generic name: pegademase bovine
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Sep 9, 2023.
Note: This document contains side effect information about pegademase bovine. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Adagen.
Applies to pegademase bovine: intramuscular solution.
Serious side effects of Adagen
WARNING/CAUTION: Even though it may be rare, some people may have very bad and sometimes deadly side effects when taking a drug. Tell your child's doctor or get medical help right away if your child has any of the following signs or symptoms that may be related to a very bad side effect:
- Signs of an allergic reaction, like rash; hives; itching; red, swollen, blistered, or peeling skin with or without fever; wheezing; tightness in the chest or throat; trouble breathing, swallowing, or talking; unusual hoarseness; or swelling of the mouth, face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Other side effects of Adagen
All drugs may cause side effects. However, many people have no side effects or only have minor side effects. Call your child's doctor or get medical help if your child has any side effects that bother your child or do not go away.
These are not all of the side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, call your child's doctor. Call your child's doctor for medical advice about side effects.
You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-332-1088. You may also report side effects at https://www.fda.gov/medwatch.
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to pegademase bovine: intramuscular solution.
Immunologic
Rare (less than 0.1%): Antibody development
Hematologic
Postmarketing reports: Hemolytic anemia, autoimmune hemolytic anemia, thrombocythemia, thrombocytopenia, autoimmune thrombocytopenia[Ref]
Oncologic
Postmarketing reports: Lymphomas
Dermatologic
Postmarketing reports: Urticaria[Ref]
Nervous system
Frequency not reported: Headache[Ref]
Other
Frequency not reported: Injection site pain, injection site erythema
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References
1. Product Information. Adagen (pegademase bovine). Enzon Inc. 2001.
Further information
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.