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
- Diarrhea
Less Common Side Effects
- Stomach pain
- Indigestion
- Acid reflux
- Cough
- Rash
Aliskiren serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Serious allergic reactions: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of face, lips, tongue, throat, or other body parts
- Very high potassium levels: nausea, muscle weakness, chest pain, tingling or numbness, irregular heartbeat
- Kidney problems: fatigue, confusion, swelling in your feet or ankles, little to no urination
- Seizures
Source: DailyMed
The following Aliskiren side effects have also been reported
Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common
Body aches or pain
chills
difficulty with breathing
ear congestion
headache
loss of voice
unusual tiredness or weakness
Rare
Ankle, knee, or great toe joint pain
blood in the urine
joint pain, stiffness, or swelling
large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
loss of bladder control
loss of consciousness
lower back or side pain
pain in the groin or genitals
sharp back pain just below the ribs
swelling of the feet or lower legs
vomiting
Incidence not known
Blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
rapid weight gain
red skin lesions, often with a purple center
red, irritated eyes
sores, ulcers, or white spots in the mouth or on the lips
tingling of the hands or feet
unusual weight gain or loss
Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
