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
- Headache (30-35%)
- Fever (13-22%)
- Dizziness (8-22%)
- Stomach pain (15-19%)
- Back pain (17-18%)
- Knee pain (8-15%)
- Fatigue (13-15%)
- Nausea (6-10%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Bone pain
- Fast heart rate
- Rash
- Hives
- Flushing
- Changes in blood pressure
Vpriv serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
Serious allergic reactions: throat tightness, trouble breathing, cough, itching or hives, flushing, swelling, chest pain, fast heartbeat, dizziness, fainting
Source: DailyMed
The following Vpriv 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
Body aches or pain
difficulty with breathing
dizziness
ear congestion
facial swelling
fever or chills
headache
loss of voice
nausea or vomiting
shortness of breath
skin rash
unusual tiredness or weakness
Less common
Blurred vision
bone pain
confusion
dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse
nervousness
pain, itching, burning, swelling, or a lump under your skin where the needle is placed
pounding in the ears
slow or fast heartbeat
sweating
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:
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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