Misoprostol Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON 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

  • diarrhea
  • stomach cramps

    • INFREQUENT side effects

    If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • abnormal liver function tests

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

  • indigestion
  • constipation
  • headache
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • gas

    • RARE side effects

    If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression i

  • a type of joint disorder due to excess uric acid in the blood called gout
  • anemia
  • large purple or brown skin blotches
  • decreased blood platelets
  • a toxic effect on the central nervous system, which consists of the brain and spinal cord
  • hearing loss
  • a heart attack
  • abnormal heart rhythm
  • obstruction of a blood vessel by a blood clot
  • bronchospastic lung disease
  • tearing of the uterus while pregnant
  • seizures
  • a significant type of allergic reaction called anaphylaxis
  • fast heartbeat

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

  • confusion
  • depression
  • a change in vision
  • pink eye
  • ringing in the ears
  • an earache
  • high blood pressure
  • low blood pressure
  • a common cold
  • inflammation of the gums
  • bloody urine
  • the inability to have an erection
  • breast pain
  • pain with menstruation
  • uterine cramps
  • bleeding not related to menstrual period
  • a problem with menstrual periods
  • skin inflammation
  • hair loss
  • joint pain
  • backache
  • muscle pain
  • cramps
  • drowsiness
  • fainting
  • dizziness
  • low energy
  • excessive sweating
  • chills
  • taste impairment
  • a skin rash
  • visible water retention
  • loss of skin color
  • nosebleed
  • trouble breathing
  • chest pain
  • difficulty swallowing
  • difficult or painful urination
  • excess urination
  • inflammation of a vein
  • generalized weakness
  • anxious feelings
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