What side effects may I notice from receiving EMSAM?

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
-elevated mood, decreased need for sleep, racing thoughts, impulsive behavior
-high blood pressure
-seizures
-signs and symptoms of low blood pressure like dizziness; feeling faint or lightheaded, falls; unusually weak or tired
-signs and symptoms of hypertensive crisis like severe sudden headache; excess sweating, sometimes with a fever or cold and clammy skin; eyes sensitive to light; fast, irregular heartbeat
-skin blisters, continued irritation, or swelling at site where applied
-suicidal thoughts

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

-diarrhea
-dry mouth
-headache
-skin redness at site where applied
-trouble sleeping
-upset stomach

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