Korsuva Side Effects
Generic name: difelikefalin
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Oct 29, 2024.
Note: This document provides detailed information about Korsuva Side Effects associated with difelikefalin. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply specifically to the brand name Korsuva.
Applies to difelikefalin: intravenous solution.
Serious side effects of Korsuva
Along with its needed effects, difelikefalin (the active ingredient contained in Korsuva) 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 difelikefalin:
More common side effects
- dizziness
- falls
- trouble in walking
Less common side effects
- confusion
- irregular heartbeat
- mental depression or anxiety
- nausea or vomiting
- nervousness
- nightmares or unusually vivid dreams
- numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips
- sleepiness or unusual drowsiness
- stomach pain
- trouble breathing
- weakness or heaviness of the legs
Other side effects of Korsuva
Some side effects of difelikefalin 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
Less common side effects
For healthcare professionals
Applies to difelikefalin: intravenous solution.
General adverse events
The most commonly reported adverse effects have included diarrhea, dizziness, nausea, back pain, gait disturbances, paresthesia, hyperkalemia, headache, vomiting, somnolence, and mental status change.[Ref]
Dermatologic
- Postmarketing reports: Drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS)[Ref]
DRESS has been reported in only one individual case report, and its causal relationship is yet to be established.[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
- Common (1% to 10%): Nausea, diarrhea
- Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Vomiting[Ref]
Metabolic
- Common (1% to 10%): Hyperkalemia[Ref]
Nervous system
- Common (1% to 10%): Dizziness, headache, somnolence, gait disturbances, paresthesia[Ref]
Gait disturbances includes preferred terms of falls and gait disturbances.
Paresthesia includes hypoesthesia, paresthesia oral and hypoesthesia oral.[Ref]
Psychiatric
- Common (1% to 10%): Mental status change[Ref]
Mental status change includes preferred terms of confusional state and mental status change.[Ref]
Musculoskeletal
- Common (1% to 10%): Muscle pain, back pain[Ref]
Other
References
1. (2021) "Product Information. Korsuva (difelikefalin)." Cara Therapeutics, Inc.
2. (2023) "Product Information. Kapruvia (difelikefalin)." Vifor Fresenius Medical Care Renal Pharma UK Ltd
3. (2022) "Product Information. Korsuva (difelikefalin)." Vifor Pharma Pty Ltd
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Korsuva 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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