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
- Pelvic pain or discomfort (5-8%)
- Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome (5-8%)
- Headache (7%)
- Pain or redness where [[EDITOR|DRUG_DISPLAY_NAME]] was injected (7%)
- Acne (7%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Breast growth in men
- Ovarian cysts
- Rash
- Tiredness
- Nausea
Follistim AQ serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Allergic reactions
- Ovarian hyperstimulation syndrome: Severe pelvic or stomach pain and swelling along with nausea, vomiting, sudden weight gain, diarrhea, trouble breathing, trouble urinating
- Lung problems: Trouble breathing, fluid in the lungs, worsening of any current lung problems
- Heart attack: Chest pain or tightness, pain that radiates up to your shoulder, arm, neck, or jaw
- Stroke: Sudden trouble talking, trouble walking, numbness on one side of your body or face
- Ectopic pregnancy: Severe, unexplainable pelvic pain along with unusual vaginal bleeding
Source: DailyMed
The following Follistim AQ 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:
More common
Abdominal or stomach pain that is severe
severe nausea or vomiting
stomach or pelvic discomfort, aching, or heaviness
weight gain that is rapid
Less common
Heavy non-menstrual vaginal bleeding
redness, pain, or swelling at the injection site
unusual tiredness or weakness
Incidence not known
Difficulty with breathing
pain in the chest, groin, or legs, especially the calves
severe, sudden headache
slurred speech
sudden loss of coordination
sudden, severe weakness or numbness in the arm or leg
sudden, unexplained shortness of breath
vision changes
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:
Less common
Body aches or pain
chills
difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)
dizziness
fast or racing heart
quick or shallow breathing
rash
swelling of the breasts or breast soreness in both females and males
Incidence not known
Breast tenderness
normal menstrual bleeding occurring earlier, possibly lasting longer than expected
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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