Side Effects


What side effects may I notice from receiving Pentam?

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
-breathing problems
-changes in appetite
-changes in vision
-chest pain
-fast, irregular heartbeat
-feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
-fever, chills
-low blood pressure
-pain at site where injected
-redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
-stomach pain, vomiting
-trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine
-unusual bleeding or bruising
-unusually weak or tired
-yellowing of the eyes or skin

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):
-diarrhea
-headache
-metal taste
-muscle pain
-nausea

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

Source: FDA