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
- Dizziness (up to 43%)
- Sleepiness (up to 18%)
- Headache (up to 13%)
- Feeling irritable (up to 12%)
- Tiredness (up to 12%)
- Falls (up to 10%)
- Nausea or vomiting (up to 8%)
- Difficulty with movement or coordination (up to 8%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Muscle, joint, or back pain
- Constipation
- Weight gain
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Numbness
- Slurred speech
- Vision changes
- Difficulty walking
- Spinning sensation
- Anxiety
Fycompa serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Suicidal thoughts or behavior
- Serious allergic and skin reactions: fever, fatigue, rash, hives, peeling skin, swollen lymph nodes
Source: DailyMed
The following Fycompa 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
- Loss of balance or coordination
- Mood and behavior changes—anxiety, nervousness, confusion, hallucinations, irritability, hostility, thoughts of suicide or self-harm, worsening mood, feelings of depression
- Rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Irritability
- Nausea
- Weight gain
