Review the side-effects of Alglucosidase as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most common- Hives, diarrhea, vomiting, difficulty in breathing, itching, rash, throat and neck pain.
Blood and lymphatic- Swollen glands.
Eye and ENT- Hearing loss, ear discomfort or pain and blurred vision.
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Gastrointestinal - Constipation, abdominal pain, indigestion and vomiting.
General - Chest discomfort or pain, injection site reactions, uneasiness and swelling in the extremities.
Immune system- Anaphylaxis, infections and stomach inflammation.
Respiratory - Upper respiratory tract infection, procedural complications and procedural pain.
Metabolic - Decreased potassium level in blood.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle twitching, musculoskeletal pain and musculoskeletal stiffness or tightness.
Central Nervous system- Drowsiness and tremor.
Genitourinary - Kidney stones.
Respiratory - Shortness of breath during exercise and nosebleed.
Skin - Increased sweating.
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If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Most common- Hives, diarrhea, vomiting, difficulty in breathing, itching, rash, throat and neck pain.
Blood and lymphatic- Swollen glands.
Eye and ENT- Hearing loss, ear discomfort or pain and blurred vision.
♦
Gastrointestinal - Constipation, abdominal pain, indigestion and vomiting.
General - Chest discomfort or pain, injection site reactions, uneasiness and swelling in the extremities.
Immune system- Anaphylaxis, infections and stomach inflammation.
Respiratory - Upper respiratory tract infection, procedural complications and procedural pain.
Metabolic - Decreased potassium level in blood.
Musculoskeletal - Muscle twitching, musculoskeletal pain and musculoskeletal stiffness or tightness.
Central Nervous system- Drowsiness and tremor.
Genitourinary - Kidney stones.
Respiratory - Shortness of breath during exercise and nosebleed.
Skin - Increased sweating.
Other Precautions :
Avoid excess dosage.Drug Name : Alglucosidase
Alglucosidase is an enzyme replacement therapy used for treating Pompe disease, a rare metabolic disorder that damages the muscles and nerves caused due to the accumulation of glycogen in the lysosome.Trade Names for Alglucosidase
International :
Lumizyme and Myozyme
