Sinecatechins Topical Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 19, 2024.

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 side effects

• 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 side effects

• 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 adverse events

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

• Very common (10% or more): Burning (67%), pain/discomfort (56%), erosion/ulceration (49%), induration (35%)
• Common (1% to 10%): Discharge, bleeding, localized reaction, scar, irritation
• Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Localized inflammation
• Frequency not reported: Vesicles, necrosis, papules, discoloration, eczema, pigmentation changes, dryness^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Very common (10% or more): Erythema (70%), pruritus (69%), vesicular rash (20%)
• Common (1% to 10%): Desquamation, rash
• Frequency not reported: Pyodermitis, cutaneous facial rash^[Ref]

Other

• Very common (10% or more): Edema (45%)
• Frequency not reported: Genital herpes simplex, superinfection of warts and ulcers, perianal infection^[Ref]

Hematologic

• Common (1% to 10%): Regional/inguinal lymphadenitis
• Frequency not reported: Staphylococcemia^[Ref]

Genitourinary

• Common (1% to 10%): Phimosis
• Frequency not reported: Dysuria, vulvitis, cervical dysplasia, pelvic pain^[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

• Common (1% to 10%): Type IV hypersensitivity
• Frequency not reported: Hypersensitivity^[Ref]

Nervous system

• Frequency not reported: Hyperesthesia^[Ref]

Renal

• Frequency not reported: Urethral meatal stenosis, erosions in urethral meatus, urethritis^[Ref]

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.

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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