Side Effects


What side effects may I notice from receiving Synjardy?

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
-Dehydration—increased thirst, dry mouth, feeling faint or lightheaded, headache, dark yellow or brown urine
-Diabetic ketoacidosis (DKA)—increased thirst or amount of urine, dry mouth, fatigue, fruity odor to breath, trouble breathing, stomach pain, nausea, vomiting
-Genital yeast infection—redness, swelling, pain, or itchiness, odor, thick or lumpy discharge
-High lactic acid level—muscle pain or cramps, stomach pain, trouble breathing, general discomfort and fatigue
-Infection or redness, swelling, tenderness, or pain in the genitals, or area from the genitals to the back of the rectum
-Low vitamin B12 level—pain, tingling, or numbness in the hands or feet, muscle weakness, dizziness, confusion, trouble concentrating
-Urinary tract infection (UTI)—burning when passing urine, passing frequent small amounts of urine, bloody or cloudy urine, pain in the lower back or sides
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Diarrhea
-Gas
-Headache
-Metallic taste in mouth
-Nausea

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

Source: FDA