What side effects may I notice from receiving ASTAGRAF XL?

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


-allergic reactions (skin rash, itching or hives; swelling of the face, lips, or tongue)
-chest pain
-heartbeat rhythm changes (trouble breathing; chest pain; dizziness; fast, irregular heartbeat; feeling faint or lightheaded, falls)
-high blood sugar (increased hunger, thirst or urination; unusually weak or tired, blurry vision)
-high potassium levels (chest pain; fast irregular heartbeat; muscle weakness)
-increase in blood pressure
-infection (fever, chills, cough, sore throat, pain or trouble passing urine)
-kidney injury (trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine)
-low red blood cell counts (trouble breathing; feeling faint; lightheaded, falls; unusually weak or tired)
-low magnesium levels (fast, irregular heartbeat; muscle cramp or pain; muscle weakness; tremors; seizures)
-low phosphorus levels (loss of appetite, muscle weakness)
-nervous system problem (headache, confusion, seizures, changes in vision, changes in behavior, coma, or tremors)
-pain, tingling, numbness in the hands or feet


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


-constipation
-diarrhea
-edema (sudden weight gain; swelling of the ankles, feet, hands or other unusual swelling)
-stomach pain
-trouble sleeping

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