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
- Headache (40%)
- Eye burning, stinging, or irritation (10-30%)
- Unpleasant taste in the mouth (10-30%)
- Stuffy nose (10-30%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Asthma
- Eye redness
- Eye sensitivity to light
- Runny nose
Source: DailyMed
The following Alocril side effects have also been reported
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:
More common
Blurred vision
change in color vision
difficulty breathing
noisy breathing
shortness of breath, tightness in chest, or wheezing
difficulty seeing at night
dry or itching eyes
headache
increased sensitivity of eyes to sunlight
redness, pain, or swelling of eye, eyelid, or inner lining of the eye
runny or stuffy nose
stinging, irritation or burning of your eyes
unpleasant taste
unusual watering of eyes or discharge
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.
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