The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Eye redness
- Headache
- Temporary eye burning during application
Akten serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Cloudy cornea: blurry vision, vision loss, sensitivity to light, eye discomfort, eye pain, eye irritation or redness, excessive tearing
- Corneal loss: pain with eye movement, blurry vision
Source: DailyMed
The following Akten side effects have also been reported
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
- Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
- Change in vision
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
- Burning or stinging of the eyes after use
- Headache
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