Antizol Side Effects

Generic name: fomepizole

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on May 10, 2024.

Note: This document provides detailed information about Antizol.

Applies to fomepizole: parenteral injection concentrate for iv infusion Side Effects associated with fomepizole. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Antizol.

Applies to fomepizole: parenteral injection concentrate for iv infusion.

Side effects include:

Headache, nausea, dizziness, increased drowsiness, bad/metallic taste.

For healthcare professionals

Applies to fomepizole: intravenous solution.

General adverse events

The most common adverse events were headache, nausea, dizziness, increased drowsiness, and bad taste/metallic taste.^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

• Very common (10% or more): Nausea (11%)
• Common (1% to 10%): Abdominal pain, vomiting, diarrhea, dyspepsia, heartburn^[Ref]

Nervous system

• Very common (10% or more): Headache (14%)
• Common (1% to 10%): Dizziness, increased drowsiness, bad taste/metallic taste, lightheadedness, seizure, agitation, feeling drunk, vertigo, nystagmus, anxiety, "felt strange", decreased environmental awareness, abnormal smell, roar in ear^[Ref]

Other

• Common (1% to 10%): Fever, multiorgan system failure, hangover, speech/visual disturbances^[Ref]

Cardiovascular

• Common (1% to 10%): Sinus bradycardia/bradycardia, phlebosclerosis, tachycardia, phlebitis, shock, hypotension^[Ref]

Hematologic

• Common (1% to 10%): Eosinophilia/hypereosinophilia, lymphangitis, disseminated intravascular coagulation, anemia^[Ref]

Hepatic

• Common (1% to 10%): Transient transaminitis^[Ref]

Local

• Common (1% to 10%): Pain during injection, inflammation at injection site, application site reaction^[Ref]

Genitourinary

• Common (1% to 10%): Anuria^[Ref]

Respiratory

• Common (1% to 10%): Hiccups, pharyngitis^[Ref]

Ocular

• Common (1% to 10%): Transient blurred vision^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Common (1% to 10%): Facial flush, rash^[Ref]

Musculoskeletal

• Common (1% to 10%): Lumbalgia/backache^[Ref]

Metabolic

• Common (1% to 10%): Decreased appetite

Further information

Antizol 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.

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