Chymopapain (Parenteral-Local)
Brand Names : Chymodiactin
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted
effects. Very rarely, use of chymopapain has caused serious side effects,
including paralysis of the legs or death. Also, this medicine may cause dangerous
allergic reactions, especially in women.
Although not all of the following side effects may occur, if they do occur
they may need medical attention. Tell your health care professional if any
of the following side effects occur:
Rare
Abdominal or stomach cramps or pain; changes in facial skin color; constipation (severe); convulsions (seizures); decreased or uncontrolled urination; fast or irregular
breathing; headache (sudden, severe, and continuing); hot skin; pain, tenderness,
swelling and/or skin color changes of the leg or foot; puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes; runny nose; shortness of breath, troubled breathing,
tightness in chest, or wheezing; skin rash, redness,
hives, or itching; swelling of abdomen or stomach; uncontrolled bowel movements; vomiting; weakness in legs (severe) or problems with
moving legs
Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical
attention. Pain and muscle spasms in the lower back may last for several days
after you have received this medicine. Stiffness or soreness in the back may
last for several months. Other side effects may go away after a short time.
However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue
or are bothersome:
Some side effects may not
appear until several days or weeks after you have received chymopapain. Check
with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects
occur within 1 month after you have received this medicine:
Back pain or muscle weakness (sudden and severe); skin rash, hives, or itching Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If
you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
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