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
- Warmth or redness (92%)
- Pain and burning (92%)
- Irritation (72%)
- Swelling (35%)
- Itching (34%)
- Peeling skin (19%)
- Scab (19%)
- Thickening of the skin (12%)
- Fluid-filled blisters (12%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Prickly or tingling sensation
- Pain
- Discomfort
- Skin damage
- Bleeding
- Pus-filled bumps
Ameluz serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Severe allergic reaction: trouble breathing, swelling of the lips, tongue, throat, or face, rash
Source: DailyMed
The following Ameluz 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
- Burning, itching, crusting, or peeling of treated skin
- Confusion
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
- Chills
- Headache
- Mild skin irritation, redness, or dryness
- Sensitivity to light
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