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Oravig

Oravig Side Effects

Allison Gourley, PharmDCydnee Ng, PharmD
Reviewed by Allison Gourley, PharmD, Cydnee Ng, PharmD
Last reviewed on June 2, 2023

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

  • Mouth discomfort (e.g., pain, swelling; up to 12%)
  • Diarrhea (9%)
  • Headache (8%)
  • Nausea (7%)
  • Vomiting (4%)

Less Common Side Effects

  • Dry mouth
  • Loss of taste or altered taste
  • Fatigue
  • Stomach pain
  • Cough
  • Upper respiratory infection
  • Anemia

Source: DailyMed

The following Oravig 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:

Less common

Body aches or pain

cough

difficulty with breathing

ear congestion

fever or chills

headache

loss of voice

lower back or side pain

nasal congestion

painful or difficult urination

pale skin

runny nose

sneezing

sore throat

troubled breathing with exertion

unusual bleeding or bruising

unusual tiredness or weakness

Rare

Black, tarry stools

pale skin

shortness of breath

ulcers, sores, or white spots in the mouth

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:

More common

Change in taste

diarrhea

dry mouth

headache

itching skin

loss of taste

nausea

pain, redness, and swelling of the gums

sores on the tongue

toothache

Less common

Abdominal or stomach pain

loss of appetite

pain

upper abdominal or stomach pain

weakness

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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