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
- Upper respiratory tract infection (8%)
- Urinary tract infection (UTI; 7%)
- Headache (7%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Low blood sugar
Saxagliptin serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Inflammation of the pancreas: upper belly pain, nausea, vomiting, fever, fast heartbeat, shortness of breath
- Heart failure: trouble breathing; swelling in your legs, ankles, or feet; rapid weight gain
- Severe allergic reaction: hives; trouble breathing; swelling of your face, lips, or tongue
Source: DailyMed
The following Saxagliptin 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
bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
bloody or cloudy urine
blurred vision
body aches or pain
chills
cold sweats
confusion
cool, pale skin
difficult, burning, or painful urination
difficulty with breathing
dizziness
ear congestion
fast heartbeat
frequent urge to urinate
headache
increased hunger
loss of voice
lower back or side pain
nightmares
rapid weight gain
seizures
shakiness
slurred speech
tingling of the hands or feet
unusual tiredness or weakness
unusual weight gain or loss
Incidence not known
darkened urine
decreased urine output
difficulty with swallowing
dilated neck veins
extreme fatigue
flaking or peeling of the skin
hives or skin rash
indigestion
irregular breathing
irregular heartbeat
large, hard skin blisters
large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
loss of appetite
pains in the stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back
puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
severe joint pain
swelling of face, fingers, feet, or lower leg
tightness in the chest
troubled breathing
vomiting
yellow eyes or skin
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:
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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