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
- Skin redness (70%)
- Itching (69%)
- Burning (67%)
- Pain or discomfort (56%)
- Skin ulcers (49%)
- Swelling (45%)
- Hardening of skin (35%)
- Small blisters (20%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Swollen lymph nodes
- Peeling skin
- Skin discharge
- Bleeding
- Scar
- Skin irritation
- Rash
Source: DailyMed
The following Veregen 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
Blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
breakdown of skin
burning of skin
cracking of skin
flushing, redness of skin
hardening or thickening of skin
irritation of skin
itching skin
pain or discomfort in skin
swelling of skin
unusually warm skin
Less common
Bleeding of skin
blood in urine
break in the skin, especially associated with blue-black discoloration, swelling, or drainage of fluid
burning or itching around anus
changes in skin coloring
discharge from skin
dryness of skin
increased frequency of urination
increased sensitivity to pain
increased sensitivity to touch
pain or burning during urination
peeling of one area of skin
pelvic pain
problems with foreskin of penis
rash with flat lesions or small raised lesions on the skin
scarring of skin
skin rash, encrusted, scaly and oozing
skin rash on the face
swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in neck, armpit, or groin
tingling in the hands and feet
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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