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
Adults with CKD on hemodialysis:
- Low blood pressure (39%)
- Muscle cramps (29%)
- Nausea (15%)
- Headache (13%)
- Vomiting (9%)
- High blood pressure (7%)
- Dizziness (7%)
- Diarrhea (5%)
Children 2 years and older with CKD:
- Headache (6%)
- Viral respiratory tract infection (e.g., common cold; 4%)
- Swelling in stomach area (4%)
- Vomiting (4%)
- Fever (4%)
- Dizziness (4%)
- Cough (4%)
Less Common Side Effects
Adults with CKD on hemodialysis:
- Stomach pain
- Joint or back pain
- Chest pain
- Pain in arms or legs
- Swelling in arms, legs, or ankles
- Fever
- Cough
- Shortness of breath
- Respiratory tract infections
- Itching
Children 2 years and older with CKD:
- Nausea
- Changes in blood pressure
Note: Side effects might differ depending on your need for dialysis and the type of dialysis.
Venofer serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- High iron levels: fatigue, weakness, darkening of skin color, stomach or joint pain
- Serious allergic reactions: chest pain, changes in heart rate, headache, dizziness, fever, rash, hives nausea, chills, flushing (feeling warm all of a sudden), fatigue, shortness of breath
Source: DailyMed
The following Venofer 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 or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
Bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
blurred vision
chest pain or tightness in the chest
confusion
difficult or labored breathing
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
headache
nervousness
pounding in the ears
rapid weight gain
slow or fast heartbeat
sweating
tingling of the hands or feet
unusual tiredness or weakness
unusual weight gain or loss
Less common
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
Change in taste
muscle cramps
nausea or vomiting
pain in the arms or legs
pain or burning sensation in the injection site
Less common
Abdominal or stomach pain
ankle, knee, or great toe joint pain
body aches or pain
chills
difficulty with moving
ear congestion or pain
flushed, dry skin
fruit-like breath odor
increased hunger or thirst
increased urination
lack or loss of strength
pain or redness at the injection site
pale skin at the injection site
unexplained weight loss
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.
