Vimpat Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

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  • double vision
  • blurred vision
  • dizziness
  • headache
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • INFREQUENT side effects

    If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

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    If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • nystagmus, a condition with involuntary eye movements
  • itching
  • drowsiness
  • memory loss
  • sensation of spinning or whirling
  • low energy
  • muscle tremors
  • abnormal manner of walking
  • loss of muscle coordination
  • diarrhea
  • reactions at the site of the injection
  • generalized weakness
  • reduced sensation in the mouth
  • RARE side effects

    If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • very low levels of granulocytes, a type of white blood cell
  • low levels of a type of white blood cell called neutrophils
  • increased eosinophils in the blood
  • mental problems from taking the drug
  • suicidal behavior
  • suicidal thoughts
  • atrioventricular block, a type of slow heart rhythm disorder
  • rapid ventricular heartbeat
  • atrial fibrillation
  • atrial flutter
  • slow heartbeat
  • inflammation of the middle tissue heart muscle
  • liver inflammation resulting from an abnormal immune response
  • kidney inflammation
  • a skin disorder with blistering and peeling skin called toxic epidermal necrolysis
  • a skin disorder with blistering and peeling skin called Stevens-Johnson syndrome
  • fainting
  • a type of abnormal movement disorder called dyskinesia
  • a type of allergic reaction called angioedema
  • accidental falls
  • a type of significant allergic skin reaction called DRESS syndrome
  • a paradoxical convulsion
  • worsening of seizure
  • If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression i

  • anemia
  • confusion
  • mood changes
  • agitation
  • depression
  • aggressive behavior
  • ringing in the ears
  • dry mouth
  • indigestion
  • constipation
  • hives
  • muscle spasm
  • hallucinations
  • difficulty sleeping
  • fever
  • numbness
  • a skin rash
  • a type of speech disorder called dysarthria
  • heart throbbing or pounding
  • abnormal liver function tests
  • a feeling of pins and needles on skin
  • irritability
  • prolonged P-R interval observed on EKG
  • a change in the ability to pay attention
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