Pentamidine (Systemic)
Brand Names : Pentam 300, Pentacarinat
Side Effects of This MedicinePentamidine may cause some serious side effects, including heart problems,
low blood pressure, low or high blood sugar, and other blood problems. You
and your doctor should discuss the good this medicine will do as well as the
risks of receiving it .
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 health care professional immediately if any of the
following side effects occur:
Signs of diabetes mellitus or high blood sugar
Drowsiness; flushed, dry skin; fruit-like breath odor; increased thirst;
increased urination; loss of appetite
Signs of low blood pressure
Note:
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Signs of diabetes mellitus or high blood sugar, or
signs of low blood sugar may also occur up to several months after
you stop receiving this medicine.
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Less common
Fast or irregular pulse; fever; nausea and vomiting; pain in upper abdomen; pain, redness, and/or hardness at place of injection; skin rash, redness, or itching
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:
Stomach
problems, such as nausea and vomiting, or loss of appetite, are common minor
side effects seen in pentamidine treatment. However, if you have these problems,
and at the same time have sharp pain in the upper abdomen, or an unusual decrease
in the amount of urine, check with your doctor immediately.
Pentamidine may also cause an unpleasant metallic taste. This side effect
is to be expected and does not require medical attention.
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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