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
- Pain, stinging, swelling, and other symptoms of tissue damage at the infusion site (33%)
- Diarrhea (25%)
- Rash (25%)
- Swelling in the body (8%)
- Itching of the skin (8%)
Mepsevii serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Severe allergic reaction: difficulty breathing, fast heartbeat, rash, hives, swelling of the face or tongue, tightness in the throat, dizziness, feeling confused, nausea, diarrhea, stomach pain
Source: DailyMed
The following Mepsevii 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
- Infusion reactions—chest pain, shortness of breath or trouble breathing, feeling faint or lightheaded
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
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