Read the side effects of Porfimer Sodium as described in the medical literature. In case of any doubt consult your doctor or pharmacist.
Blood -
Anemia.
Heart -
Abnormal heart rhythm, heart failure, fast heart rate.
Gastrointestinal -
Constipation, nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, difficulty in swallowing, esophageal swelling, blood vomiting, indigestion, diarrhea, eructation, blood in stool.
General -
Fever, chest pain, pain, swelling in extremities, weakness.
Infections -
Urinary tract infection.
Metabolic -
Weight decreased, loss of appetite, dehydration.
Musculoskeletal -
Back pain.
Central Nervous System -
Sleeplessness, confusional state, anxiety.
Respitratory -
Lung infection, difficulty in breathing, pneumonia, inflammation of pharynx, respiratory insufficiency, cough.
Skin -
Photosensitivity reaction.
Heart -
High or low blood pressure.
Other Precautions : * Avoid excess dosage.