Procainamide (Systemic)
Brand Names : Procan SR, Promine, Pronestyl, Pronestyl-SR
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong 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 as soon as possible if any of the following side
effects occur:
Rare
Confusion; fever or sore mouth, gums,
or throat; hallucinations (seeing, hearing, or feeling
things that are not there); mental depression; unusual bleeding or bruising; unusual
tiredness or weakness
Signs and symptoms of overdose
Confusion; decrease in urination; dizziness (severe) or fainting; drowsiness; fast or irregular heartbeat; nausea and vomiting
Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical
attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts
to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side
effects continue or are bothersome:
The medicine in the extended-release tablets is contained in a special
wax form (matrix). The medicine is slowly released, after which the wax matrix
passes out of the body. Sometimes it may be seen in the stool. This is normal
and is no cause for concern.
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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