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Vimizim Side Effects

Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCPAllison Gourley, PharmD
Reviewed by Robert Chad Hakim, PharmD, BCCCP, Allison Gourley, PharmD
Last reviewed on November 3, 2023

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

  • Fever (33%)
  • Vomiting (31%)
  • Headache (26%)
  • Nausea (24%)
  • Stomach pain (21%)

Less Common Side Effects

  • Chills
  • Tiredness

Vimizim serious side effects

Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.

  • Serious allergic reaction (anaphylaxis): difficulty breathing, hives, itching, fast heartbeat, tightness in the throat, nausea, stomach pain, dizziness, lightheadedness, swelling in the face or tongue

Source: DailyMed

The following Vimizim 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
  • Infusion reactions—chest pain, shortness of breath or trouble breathing, feeling faint or lightheaded
  • Severe back pain, numbness or weakness of the hands, arms, legs, or feet, loss of coordination, loss of bowel or bladder control

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):

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