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
- Dry mouth (8%)
- Urinary tract infection (7%)
- Skin reactions where medication is placed (itchy skin, bumps on the skin, red skin, irritated skin; 5%)
- Upper respiratory tract infection (cough, sore throat; 5%)
- Dizziness (3%)
- Common cold (3%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Feeling low energy
- Headache
- Stomach flu
- Constipation
- Itching
Source: DailyMed
The following Gelnique 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
Bladder pain
blistering, crusting, irritation, itching, or reddening of the skin
bloody or cloudy urine
burning, skin rash, swelling, soreness, redness, pain, itching, or irritation at the application site
cracked, dry, or scaly skin
difficult, burning, or painful urination
frequent urge to urinate
lower back or side pain
unusually warm skin
Incidence not known
Confusion as to time, place, or person
holding false beliefs that cannot be changed by fact
seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there
unusual excitement, nervousness, or restlessness
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
Back pain
bloated feeling
changes in vision
excess air or gas in the stomach or intestines
feeling of fullness
muscle aches
passing gas
sleepiness or unusual drowsiness
Incidence not known
Forgetfulness
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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