Polycillin Capsule Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Skin Rash
  • Diarrhea
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

INFREQUENT side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
  • Hives
  • Skin Rash With Sloughing

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Itching
  • Stomach Cramps

RARE side effects

If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Blockage Of The Bile Duct That Resulting In High Bilirubin Levels
  • A Hairy Tongue
  • A Serum Sickness Reaction
  • A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
  • A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
  • A Type Of Bumpy Skin Rash Called A Maculopapular Rash
  • A Type Of Kidney Inflammation Called Interstitial Nephritis
  • A Type Of Significant Allergic Skin Reaction Called DRESS Syndrome
  • A Type Of Skin Disorder Called Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis
  • Abnormal Liver Function Tests
  • Allergic Reaction Causing Inflammation Of Blood Vessels
  • Damage To The Liver And Inflammation
  • Decreased Blood Platelets
  • Destruction Of Red Blood Cells By Body's Own Antibodies
  • Diarrhea From An Infection With Clostridium Difficile Bacteria
  • Erythema Multiforme, A Type Of Allergic Skin Reaction
  • Increased Eosinophils In The Blood
  • Low Levels Of A Type Of White Blood Cell Called Neutrophils
  • Low Levels Of White Blood Cells
  • Low Platelet Count And Bleeding From Immune Response
  • Seizures
  • The Appearance Of Crystals In The Urine
  • Very Low Levels Of Granulocytes, A Type Of White Blood Cell
  • Vocal Cord Swelling

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Agitation
  • An Infection Of The Mouth, Skin, Nails Or Vagina Due To Candida Fungus
  • Anemia
  • Anxious Feelings
  • Behavioral Problems
  • Confusion
  • Difficulty Sleeping
  • Discoloration Of Teeth
  • Dizziness
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