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
- Dry skin (3%)
- Hives (3%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Skin peeling
- Itching
- Burning
- Redness
- Swelling of face, eyes, and nose
- Eye irritation
Source: DailyMed
The following Benzamycin 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 or rare
Burning, blistering, crusting, itching, severe redness, or swelling of the skin
dryness or peeling of the skin
feeling of warmth, mild stinging, or redness of the skin
increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight
oiliness or tenderness of the skin
painful irritation of the skin
redness or other discoloration of the skin
redness, swelling, or itching of the eyelid
severe sunburn
skin rash
swelling of the eyes, face, and nose
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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