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 at injection site (41-75%)
- Abnormal distribution of fat around the injection site (lipodystrophy, 18-70%)
- Buildup of calcium phosphate crystals in the body (ectopic calcification, 4-55%)
- Discoloration at injection site (15-40%)
- Pain at injection site (14-40%)
- Itching at injection site (13-35%)
- Swelling at injection site (10-30%)
- Bruising at injection site (8-20%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Vomiting
- Kidney stones
- Low blood calcium levels
- Low vitamin B6 levels
Strensiq serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Allergic reactions: hives, rash, blisters, skin reddening, swelling of the lips or tongue, difficulty breathing
Source: DailyMed
The following Strensiq side effects have also been reported
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
- Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
- Kidney stones—blood in the urine, pain or trouble passing urine, pain in the lower back or sides
- Vision loss
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
- Change in skin color at injection site
- Lipodystrophy—hardening or scarring of tissue at injection site
- Pain, redness, or irritation at injection site
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