Epoprostenol (Systemic)

Brand Names : Flolan, Prostacyclin, PGI 2, PGX

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Signs and symptoms that can occur with initial dosage adjustments and/or dosage excess

Diarrhea; fast heartbeat; headache; light-headedness or fainting; nausea; redness of face or neck (flushing); vomiting

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

Anxiety and/or nervousness; diarrhea; dizziness; flu or infection-like symptoms, such as chills, confusion, delirium, light-headedness or fainting, fast heartbeat, fever, and/or rapid, shallow breathing; headache; jaw pain (when chewing); local infection at the catheter site; pain at injection site; pain in muscles or bones; redness of face (flushing); unusual bleeding such as nosebleeds or bleeding gums or bruising

Less common

Altered or abnormal touch sensation or sensitivity

If you stop using this medicine abruptly or your dosage is reduced suddenly, symptoms of your condition may recur. If your medicine is suddenly stopped or reduced, check with your doctor immediately , especially if any of the following side effects occur:

Difficult or labored breathing; dizziness; fainting; weakness

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.