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Primatene Mist

Primatene Mist Side Effects

Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCPAllison Gourley, PharmD
Reviewed by Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCP, Allison Gourley, PharmD
Last reviewed on July 21, 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

  • Fast heartbeat
  • Tremors
  • Nervousness

Less Common Side Effects

  • Trouble sleeping

Primatene Mist serious side effects

Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

  • Heart problems: dizziness, fatigue, weakness, tremor, irregular heartbeat, worsening symptoms of existing heart problem
When do Primatene Mist possible side effects begin and end?
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Fast heartbeat
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Source: DailyMed

The following Primatene Mist 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 as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common

Blurred or decreased vision

Symptoms of too much medicine being absorbed into the body

Fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeat

feeling faint

increased sweating

paleness

trembling

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

Headache or browache

stinging, burning, redness, or other eye irritation

watering of eyes

Less common

Eye pain or ache

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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