Side effect(s) of Laronidase

Last Updated on Nov 08, 2024

Review the side-effects of Laronidase 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- Upper respiratory tract infections, rash, injection site reaction, fever and headache.

  Skin- Hives and itching.

  Respiratory- Cough, asthma and difficulty in breathing.

  Body as a Whole- Chest pain.

  Nervous System- Overactive reflexes and tingling.

  Liver- Excess bilirubin in blood.

  Urinary System- Facial swelling.

  Heart- Low blood pressure.

  Eye- Eye disorder.

  Miscellaneous- Injection site pain, swelling and decrease in platelets.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Laronidase

Laronidase(Aldurazyme) generic is a glycoprotein, prescribed for patients with Hurler and Hurler-Scheie forms of mucopolysaccharidosis I (MPS I- series of inherited metabolic disorders). It provides the enzyme alpha-L-iduronidase to the body.