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
- Drowsiness (10%)
- Nasal discomfort (9%)
- Headache (4%)
- Throat irritation (3%)
- Runny nose (3%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Slurred speech
- Weird taste in the mouth
- Tearing up or watery eyes
Nayzilam serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Withdrawal: unusual involuntary movements, muscle pain and stiffness, shaky hands, stomach upset, anxiety, panic attacks, changes in mood or behavior, fast heart beat, more seizures
- Accidentally taking too much (overdose): trouble breathing, extreme sleepiness, difficulty thinking straight, confusion, weakness, bluish fingernails and lips, hard time walking or moving normally, coma
- Thoughts of hurting yourself or suicide
Source: DailyMed
The following Nayzilam 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
- CNS depression—slow or shallow breathing, shortness of breath, feeling faint, dizziness, confusion, trouble staying awake
- Thoughts of suicide or self-harm, worsening mood, feelings of depression
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
- Dizziness
- Drowsiness
- Headache
- Irritation inside the nose or throat
- Runny or stuffy nose
