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
- Sodium and fluid retention (too much sodium and fluid stays in the body)
- Extra hair growth on forehead, back, arms and legs
- Headache
- Loss of appetite
Less Common Side Effects
- Insomnia (trouble falling asleep)
- Dizziness
Diazoxide serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Allergic reaction
Source: DailyMed
The following Diazoxide 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:
Rare
Incidence not known
Abdominal or stomach pain
black, tarry stools
blood in the urine
bloody nose
blurred vision
confusion
dizziness
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
extreme thirst
fast, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse
flushed, dry skin
fruit-like breath odor
heavier menstrual periods
increased hunger
increased thirst
increased urination
loss of consciousness
pinpoint red spots on the skin
seizures
skin rash
stomachache
sweating
troubled breathing
unexplained weight loss
unusual bleeding or bruising
unusual tiredness or weakness
urinating large amounts or urinating very little
vomiting
weakness
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
Increased hair growth, especially on the forehead, back, arms, and legs
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.
