Side Effects


What side effects may I notice from receiving Nivestym?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-back pain
-dizziness or feeling faint
-fever
-pain, redness, or irritation at site where injected
-pinpoint red spots on the skin
-shortness of breath or breathing problems
-signs and symptoms of kidney injury like trouble passing urine, change in the amount of urine, or red or dark-brown urine
-stomach or side pain, or pain at the shoulder
-swelling
-tiredness
-unusual bleeding or bruising
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

-bone pain
-cough
-diarrhea
-hair loss
-headache
-muscle pain

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

Source: FDA