Side Effects


What side effects may I notice from receiving Valcyte?

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 vision
-feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
-fever or chills, sore throat
-hallucination, loss of contact with reality
-pain, tingling, numbness in the hands or feet
-seizures
-signs and symptoms of kidney injury like trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine
-suicidal thoughts or other mood changes
-unusual bleeding or bruising
-unusually weak or tired

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

-constipation
-cough
-diarrhea
-loss of appetite
-nausea, vomiting
-stomach pain
-trouble sleeping

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

Source: FDA