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Sinecatechins Topical Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Nov 17, 2023.

Applies to sinecatechins topical: topical application ointment.

Serious side effects

Along with its needed effects, sinecatechins topical 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 sinecatechins topical:

More common

  • blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
  • breakdown of skin
  • burning of skin
  • cracking of skin
  • flushing, redness of skin
  • hardening or thickening of skin
  • irritation of skin
  • itching skin
  • pain or discomfort in skin
  • swelling of skin
  • unusually warm skin

Less common

  • bleeding of skin
  • blood in urine
  • break in the skin, especially associated with blue-black discoloration, swelling, or drainage of fluid
  • burning or itching around anus
  • changes in skin coloring
  • discharge from skin
  • dryness of skin
  • increased frequency of urination
  • increased sensitivity to pain
  • increased sensitivity to touch
  • pain or burning during urination
  • peeling of one area of skin
  • pelvic pain
  • problems with foreskin of penis
  • rash with flat lesions or small raised lesions on the skin
  • scarring of skin
  • skin rash, encrusted, scaly and oozing
  • skin rash on the face
  • swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in neck, armpit, or groin
  • tingling in the hands and feet

For healthcare professionals

Applies to sinecatechins topical: topical ointment.

General

The most frequently reported side effects were local skin and application site reactions, including erythema, pruritus, burning, pain/discomfort, erosion/ulceration, edema, induration, and vesicular rash.

During clinical trials, 5% of patients experienced local adverse events that led to dose reduction, dose interruption, or discontinuation of this drug. These events included application site reactions (local pain, erythema, vesicles, skin erosion/ulceration), phimosis, inguinal lymphadenitis, urethral meatal stenosis, dysuria, genital herpes simplex, vulvitis, hypersensitivity, pruritus, pyodermitis, skin ulcer, erosions in the urethral meatus, and superinfection of warts and ulcers.[Ref]

Local

Dermatologic

Other

Hematologic

Genitourinary

Hypersensitivity

Nervous system

Renal

References

1. (2016) "Product Information. Veregen (sinecatechins topical)." Fougera

Further information

Sinecatechins topical 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.