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
- Loose stools or diarrhea (47%)
- Rash (24%)
- Itchiness (17%)
- Stomach pain (14%)
- Mouth sores (13%)
- Nausea, vomiting (10%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Pink eye
- Loss of appetite (anorexia)
- Gas
- Upset stomach
- Protein in the urine
Ridaura serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Gold toxicity: itchiness, rash, mouth sores, blood in your urine, or persistent diarrhea
Source: DailyMed
The following Ridaura side effects have also been reported
Gold compounds have been shown to cause tumors and cancer of the kidney when given to animals in large amounts for a long time. However, these effects have not been reported in humans receiving gold compounds for arthritis. If you have any questions about this, check with your doctor.
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:
More common
Irritation or soreness of tongue—less common with auranofin
metallic taste—less common with auranofin
redness, soreness, swelling, or bleeding of gums—rare with auranofin
skin rash or itching
ulcers, sores, or white spots on lips or in mouth or throat
Rare
Abdominal or stomach pain, cramping, or burning (severe)
bloody or black, tarry stools
confusion
convulsions (seizures)
coughing, hoarseness, difficulty in breathing, shortness of breath, tightness in chest, or wheezing
dark urine
decreased urination
decreased vision
difficulty in swallowing
feeling of something in the eye
hallucinations (hearing, seeing, or feeling things that are not there)
irritation of nose, throat, or upper chest area, possibly with hoarseness or coughing
irritation of vagina
nausea, vomiting, or heartburn (severe and/or continuing)
numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness, especially in the face, hands, arms, or feet
pale stools
painful or difficult urination
pain in lower back, side, or lower abdomen (stomach) area
pain, redness, itching, or tearing of eyes
pinpoint red spots on skin
problems with muscle coordination
red, thickened, or scaly skin
sore throat and fever with or without chills
swelling of face, fingers, ankles, lower legs, or feet
swellings (large) on face, eyelids, mouth, lips, and/or tongue
swollen and/or painful glands
unusual bleeding or bruising
unusual tiredness or weakness
vomiting of blood or material that looks like coffee grounds
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:
Some patients receiving auranofin have noticed changes in the taste of certain foods. If you notice a metallic taste while receiving any gold compound, check with your doctor as soon as possible. If you notice any other taste changes while you are taking auranofin, it is not necessary to check with your doctor unless you find this effect especially bothersome.
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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