Side Effects


What side effects may I notice from receiving Ferriprox?

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)
-infection (fever, chills, cough, sore throat, pain or trouble passing urine)
-liver injury (dark yellow or brown urine; general ill feeling or flu-like symptoms; loss of appetite, right upper belly pain; unusually weak or tired, yellowing of the eyes or skin, light-colored stool)
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

-headache
-joint or bone pain
-nausea
-red or dark-brown urine
-stomach pain
-upset stomach
-vomiting

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

Source: FDA