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Spinosad Side Effects

Daisy Chau, PharmDCydnee Ng, PharmD
Reviewed by Daisy Chau, PharmD, Cydnee Ng, PharmD
Last reviewed on November 16, 2022

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

  • Redness on scalp (3%)
  • Irritation at the application site (2-3%)
  • Eye redness (2%)
  • Dry skin (2%)

Less Common Side Effects

  • Hair loss

Source: DailyMed

The following Spinosad 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.

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:

Less common

Itching, burning, flaking, or redness of the scalp

redness of the eye or skin

Rare

Dry skin

dryness of the scalp

hair loss

thinning of the hair

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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