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
- Headache (13%)
- Low blood sugar (13%)
- Weight loss (13%)
- Stomach pain (10%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Back or joint pain
- Dizziness
- Fatigue
- "Pins and needles" feeling
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Fever
- Upper respiratory tract infection
- Ear infection
- Anemia
- Ovarian cyst
Myalept serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Low blood sugar when used with certain medications: feeling faint, shaking, sweating, dizziness, fast heartbeat, nervousness, anxious, confused, irritable, feeling very hungry
- Allergic reactions: hives, rash, blisters, skin reddening, swelling of the lips or tongue, difficulty breathing
Source: DailyMed
The following Myalept 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
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
