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
PNH:
- Headache (19%)
- Common cold symptoms (16%)
- Diarrhea (15%)
- Stomach pain (15%)
- Bacterial infection (11%)
- Nausea (10%)
- Viral infection (10%)
- Joint pain (8%)
IgAN:
- Upper respiratory tract infection (9%)
- High cholesterol/triglycerides (6%)
- Stomach pain (6%)
Less Common Side Effects
PNH:
- Low platelet count
- Dizziness
- High blood pressure
- High cholesterol/triglycerides
- Rash
IgAN:
- Nausea
- Dizziness
Fabhalta serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Serious infections: fever, weakness, chills, trouble breathing, cough, diarrhea, stomach pain, burning when you urinate, urinating more or less often, neck pain, neck stiffness, confusion, severe headache
Source: DailyMed
The following Fabhalta 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
- Infection—fever, chills, cough, sore throat, wounds that don't heal, pain or trouble when passing urine, general feeling of discomfort or being unwell
- Fever, neck pain or stiffness, sensitivity to light, headache, nausea, vomiting, confusion, which may be signs of meningitis
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Nausea
- Runny or stuffy nose
- Sore throat
- Stomach pain
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