Florbetapir F 18 Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 16, 2024.

Applies to florbetapir F 18: intravenous solution.

Serious side effects of florbetapir F 18

Along with its needed effects, florbetapir F 18 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 or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking florbetapir F 18:

Rare side effects

• blurred vision
• dizziness
• headache
• nervousness
• pounding in the ears
• slow or fast heartbeat

Other side effects of florbetapir F 18

Some side effects of florbetapir F 18 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:

Rare side effects

• back pain
• bleeding, irritation, or pain at the injection site
• chills
• fear
• feeling cold
• muscle or bone pain
• nausea
• neck pain
• trouble sleeping
• unusual tiredness or weakness

Incidence not known

• change in taste
• feeling of warmth
• loss of taste
• rash, hives or welts, itching
• redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest

For healthcare professionals

Applies to florbetapir F 18: intravenous solution.

General adverse events

The most commonly reported side effects were headache, musculoskeletal pain, increased blood pressure, fatigue, nausea, and injection site reaction.^[Ref]

Cardiovascular

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Increased blood pressure, hypertension
• Frequency not reported: Flushing^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Frequency not reported: Pruritus, urticaria^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Nausea^[Ref]

Musculoskeletal

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Musculoskeletal pain, back pain, neck pain^[Ref]

Nervous system

• Common (1% to 10%): Headache
• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Dizziness
• Frequency not reported: Dysgeusia^[Ref]

Psychiatric

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Anxiety, claustrophobia, insomnia^[Ref]

Local

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Injection site hemorrhage, injection site irritation, and injection site pain
• Frequency not reported: Infusion site rash^[Ref]

Other

• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Fatigue, feeling cold, chills^[Ref]

Further information

Florbetapir F 18 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.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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