Side effect(s) of BCG live - Bacillus Calmette- Guerin

Last Updated on May 12, 2023

Review the side-effects of BCG live - Bacillus Calmette- Guerin 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.

   Genitourinary - Painful urination, urinary frequency, urinary incontinence, blood in urine, bladder inflammation, nighttime urination and urinary tract infection.

   Gastrointestinal - Stomach upset, nausea, vomiting and abdominal cramps.

   Respiratory - Wheezing and difficulty in breathing.

   Miscellaneous - Joint/muscle pain, headache, dizziness, flu-like syndrome, weight loss, uneasiness, fever and chills.

Other Precautions :

Drink large amount of fluid while taking this medication.

Drug Name : BCG live - Bacillus Calmette- Guerin

BCG live - Bacillus Calmette- Guerin(TheraCys BCG) generic This vaccine is prescribed to prevent tuberculosis and treat bladder cancer. Update : 1.There is no evidence that the vaccine protects subjects against infection with the COVID-19 virus, according to the WHO. But, it continues to recommend neonatal BCG vaccination in countries or settings with a high incidence of tuberculosis. 2.Randomized controlled trials are going on in Netherlands and Australia to assess whether BCG-Danish reduces the incidence and severity of COVID-19 among health-care professionals. (NCT04327206, NCT04328441) 3.Warm climate and BCG vaccine (already given to all Indians) also may offer partial immunity, say health experts from UPMC Shadyside Pennsylvania, the US.