Side Effects


What side effects may I notice from receiving Myfortic?

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
-Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
-Infection—fever, chills, cough, sore throat, wounds that don't heal, pain or trouble when passing urine, general feeling of discomfort or being unwell
-Joint, muscle, or tendon pain, swelling, or stiffness
-Low red blood cell level—unusual weakness or fatigue, dizziness, headache, trouble breathing
-Peptic ulcer—burning stomach pain, loss of appetite, bloating, burping, heartburn, nausea, vomiting
-Stomach bleeding—bloody or black, tar-like stools, vomiting blood or brown material that looks like coffee grounds
-Stomach pain that is severe, does not go away, or gets worse
-Unusual bruising or bleeding
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Constipation
-Diarrhea
-Nausea
-Sore throat
-Trouble sleeping
-Vomiting

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Myfortic. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Source: FDA