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
- Weight gain
- Acne
- Swelling
- Deepening of voice
- Sweating or flushing
Less Common Side Effects
- Liver problems
Danazol serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Allergic reaction
- Sudden liver problems
- Clotting and deadly strokes
Source: DailyMed
The following Danazol 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:
For both females and males
Less common
dark-colored urine
increased oiliness of the hair or skin
muscle cramps or spasms
rapid weight gain
swelling of the feet or lower legs
unusual tiredness or weakness
Rare
Bleeding gums
bloating, pain, or tenderness of the abdomen or stomach
blood in the urine
burning, numbness, pain, or tingling in all fingers except the smallest finger
changes in vision
chills
complete or partial numbness or weakness on one side of body
coughing up blood
difficulty with speaking
difficulty with swallowing
discharge from the nipple
fast heartbeat
headache
hives or other skin rash
joint pain
light-colored stools
loss of appetite (continuing)
loss of muscle coordination
more frequent nosebleeds
muscle aches
purple- or red-colored, or other spots on the body or inside the mouth or nose
restlessness
shortness of breath
sweating
tingling, numbness, or weakness in the legs, which may move upward to the arms, trunk, or face
unusual bruising or bleeding
unusual tiredness, weakness, or general feeling of illness
vomiting
yellow eyes or skin
For females only
Rare
Enlarged clitoris
hoarseness or deepening of voice
unnatural hair growth
For males only
Rare
Changes in semen
decrease in the size of the testicles
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:
For both females and males
Less common
Flushing or redness of the skin
mood or mental changes
nervousness
Rare
Increased sensitivity of the skin to sunlight
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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