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
- Mild, temporary burning or stinging (5%)
- Eyelid swelling (3%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Injury to the cornea
- Swelling of the cornea
- Eye irritation
- Dry eyes
- Excessive tears
- Higher eye pressure
Trifluridine serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Allergic reactions: swelling in your face, rash, itching, eye redness
Source: DailyMed
The following Trifluridine 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 as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Rare
Blurred vision or other change in vision
dryness of eye
irritation of eye
itching, redness, swelling, or other sign of irritation not present before use of this medicine
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 or stinging
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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