What side effects may I notice from receiving Apokyn?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-breathing problems
-changes in emotions or moods
-chest pain
-confusion
-falling asleep during normal activities like driving
-hallucinations
-increased sweating
-males: prolonged or painful erection
-new or increased gambling urges, sexual urges, uncontrolled spending, binge or compulsive eating, or other urges
-signs and symptoms of a dangerous change in heartbeat or heart rhythm like chest pain; dizziness; fast or irregular heartbeat; palpitations; feeling faint or lightheaded, falls; breathing problems
-signs and symptoms of low blood pressure like dizziness; feeling faint or lightheaded, falls; unusually weak or tired
-swelling in arms, hands, legs, or feet
-uncontrollable movements of the arms, face, head, mouth, neck, or upper body
-vomiting

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome)

-drowsiness
-headache
-nausea
-pain, redness, or irritation at site where injected
-runny nose
-yawning

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Apokyn. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.