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Artiss Side Effects

Generic name: fibrin sealant topical

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 24, 2024.

Note: This document provides detailed information about Artiss.

For healthcare professionals

Applies to fibrin sealant topical: topical kit, topical solution.

General

General side effects have been reported including rare reports of serious adverse events such as paralysis and other compressive complications possibly related to the use of fibrin sealant in combination with resorbable hemostatic agents. There have also been rare reports of fatalities following the misadministration of topical thrombin.[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity side effects such as anaphylactic and anaphylactoid reactions including shock have been reported rarely.[Ref]

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular side effects including tachycardia, bradycardia, hypotension, and thromboembolic complications have been reported rarely.[Ref]

Respiratory

Respiratory side effects including severe dyspnea have been reported rarely.[Ref]

Dermatologic

Dermatologic side effects including flush, urticaria, and pruritus have been reported rarely.[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects including nausea have been reported rarely Side Effects associated with fibrin sealant topical. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Artiss.

For healthcare professionals

Applies to fibrin sealant topical: topical kit, topical solution.

General

General side effects have been reported including rare reports of serious adverse events such as paralysis and other compressive complications possibly related to the use of fibrin sealant in combination with resorbable hemostatic agents. There have also been rare reports of fatalities following the misadministration of topical thrombin.[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

Hypersensitivity side effects such as anaphylactic and anaphylactoid reactions including shock have been reported rarely.[Ref]

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular side effects including tachycardia, bradycardia, hypotension, and thromboembolic complications have been reported rarely.[Ref]

Respiratory

Respiratory side effects including severe dyspnea have been reported rarely.[Ref]

Dermatologic

Dermatologic side effects including flush, urticaria, and pruritus have been reported rarely.[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects including nausea have been reported rarely.

Other

Other side effects including increased D-dimer levels have been reported in a clinical study on cardiovascular surgery, but did not exceed values reported in the literature occurring after this type of surgery.[Ref]

A D-dimer is a fragment produced during the degradation of a clot. Postoperatively increased D-dimers may result at least partly from the degradation of fibrin sealant.[Ref]

References

1. (2008) "Product Information. Tisseel (fibrin sealant topical)." Baxter Healthcare Corporation

Further information

Artiss 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.