Fondaparinux (Systemic)

Brand Names : Arixtra

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:

More common

Pale skin; troubled breathing with exertion; unusual bleeding or bruising; unusual tiredness or weakness

Less common

Black, tarry stools; bladder pain; bleeding; bleeding gums; blood in urine or stools; blurred vision; chest pain; chills; collection of blood under skin; confusion; convulsions; cough; decreased or cloudy urine; deep, dark purple bruise; difficult, burning, or painful urination; dizziness; dry mouth; fainting or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position; fever; frequent urge to urinate; increased thirst; irregular heartbeat; itching, pain, redness, or swelling at place of injection; loss of appetite; lower back or side pain; mood changes; muscle pain or cramps; nausea or vomiting; numbness or tingling in hands, feet, or lips; painful or difficult urination; pinpoint red spots on skin; shortness of breath; sore throat; sores, ulcers, or white spots on lips or in mouth; sudden sweating

Symptoms of Overdose

Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur

Abdominal pain or swelling; back pain; black, tarry, stools; bruising or purple areas on skin; coughing up blood

decreased alertness; dizziness; headache; joint pain or swelling; nosebleeds

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.

More Common

Difficulty having a bowel movement; fever; rash; sleeplessness; swelling; trouble sleeping

Less common

Acid or sour stomach; belching; diarrhea; headache; heartburn; indigestion; pain; pinpoint red or purple spots on skin; skin blisters; stomach discomfort, upset or pain; wound drainage, increased