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
- Nausea (38%)
- Joint pain (33%)
- Headache (28%)
- Coughing up blood (18%)
- Chest pain (11%)
- Low appetite (9%)
- Higher liver enzyme levels (9%)
- Rash (8%)
Note: Side effects were reported in adults taking [[EDITOR|DRUG_DISPLAY_NAME]] with other TB medications. Side effects might differ in children.
Sirturo serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Heart rhythm problems: palpitations, chest pain, dizziness, lightheadedness, shortness of breath, fainting
- Liver problems: tiredness, loss of appetite, nausea, liver feeling tender, dark urine, yellowing of the skin or whites of the eyes
Source: DailyMed
The following Sirturo 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
coughing or spitting up blood
dark-colored urine
decreased appetite
general feeling of tiredness or weakness
headache
itching or skin rash
light-colored stools
loss of appetite
stomach pain or tenderness
swelling of the feet or lower legs
unusual tiredness or weakness
yellow eyes or skin
Incidence not known
Dizziness or fainting
fast or irregular heartbeat
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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