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
Reported in up to 5% of people:
- Blurry vision
- Eye irritation
- Changes in taste (e.g., bad taste in mouth)
- Dry mouth
- Eye allergy
Less Common Side Effects
- Burning or stinging sensation in the eye
- Eye redness
- Headache
- Tiredness or sleepiness
Simbrinza serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Allergic reaction: skin rash (hives), itching, eye redness, swollen eyes, shortness of breath
Source: DailyMed
The following Simbrinza 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:
Rare
Burning, dry, or itching eyes
discharge or excessive tearing
hives or welts
redness, pain, or swelling of the eye, eyelid, or inner lining of the eyelid
skin rash
Incidence not known
Chest pain or discomfort
constricted, pinpoint, or small pupils (black part of the eye)
fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse
hoarseness
irritation
joint pain, stiffness, or swelling
lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
redness of the skin
shortness of breath
slow or irregular heartbeat
swelling of the eyelids, face, lips, hands, or feet
tearing
throbbing pain
tightness in the chest
troubled breathing or swallowing
unusual tiredness
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
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
Burning and stinging sensation
change in color vision
change in taste
difficulty seeing at night
drowsiness
feeling of having something in the eye
headache
increase in blood flow to the whites of the eyes
increased sensitivity of the eyes to sunlight
lack or loss of strength
loss of taste
paleness of the eye or inner lining of the eyelid
redness and tiny bumps on the lining of the eyelid
Rare
Acid or sour stomach
belching
body aches or pain
congestion
crusting in the corner of the eye
double vision
dryness or soreness of the throat
excessive muscle tone
hair loss or thinning of the hair
hoarseness
indigestion
muscle stiffness
muscle tension or tightness
stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
tender, swollen glands in the neck
tightness in the chest
voice changes
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.
