Dornase Alfa Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Feb 14, 2025.
Applies to dornase alfa: inhalation solution.
Precautions
It is very important that your doctor check the progress of you or your child at regular visits. This is to make sure that the medicine is working properly and to check for unwanted effects.
If your or your child's condition becomes worse while you are using this medicine, check with your doctor right away.
If any of your medicines do not seem to be working as well as usual, call your doctor right away. Do not change your doses or stop using your medicines without asking your doctor.
Serious side effects of dornase alfa
Along with its needed effects, dornase alfa 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 dornase alfa:
More common side effects
Other side effects of dornase alfa
Some side effects of dornase alfa 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:
More common side effects
- rash
- sneezing
- stuffy nose
Less common side effects
- acid or sour stomach
- belching
- burning, dry, or itching eyes
- discharge or excessive tearing
- heartburn
- indigestion
- redness, pain, or swelling of the eye, eyelid, or inner lining of the eyelid
- stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
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For healthcare professionals
Applies to dornase alfa: inhalation solution.
Dermatologic adverse events
Musculoskeletal
- Very common (10% or more): Chest pain (up to 25%)[Ref]
Other
- Very common (10% or more): Fever (up to 32%), voice alteration (up to 18%)[Ref]
Respiratory
- Very common (10% or more): Pharyngitis (up to 40%), rhinitis (up to 30%), dyspnea (up to 17%)
- Common (1% to 10%): Laryngitis, Force Vita Capacity (FVC) decreased of 10% of predicted
- Rare (less than 0.1%): Chest pain (pleuritic/non-cardiac), dysphonia, pulmonary function tests decreased[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Immunologic
- Common (1% to 10%): Development of serum antibodies (2% to 4%)[Ref]
Ocular
- Common (1% to 10%): Conjunctivitis[Ref]
References
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Dornase alfa 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.
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