Malathion (Topical)
Brand Names : Ovide
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.
When malathion is applied to the skin in recommended doses,
symptoms of poisoning have not been reported. However, the chance may exist,
especially if the skin is broken. Symptoms of malathion
poisoning
include:
Abdominal or stomach cramps; anxiety
or restlessness; clumsiness or unsteadiness; confusion or mental depression; convulsions
(seizures); diarrhea; difficult
or labored breathing; dizziness; drowsiness; increased sweating; increased watering of mouth or eyes; loss of bowel
or bladder control; muscle twitching of eyelids,
face, and neck; pinpoint pupils; slow heartbeat; trembling; unusual weakness
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 either of the following
side effects continues or is bothersome:
Less common or rare
Redness, pain, swelling of eye, eyelid, inner lining of eyelid;
burning, dry or itching eyes, discharge, excessive tearing; stinging or irritation of scalp
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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