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Side effect(s) of Quinupristin and Dalfopristin


Review the side-effects of Quinupristin and Dalfopristin 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.

   Body as a Whole
- Pain at injection site, abdominal pain, worsening of underlying illness, allergic reaction, chest pain, fever, infection.

   Heart
- Fluid retention, palpitation, vein inflammation.

   Gastrointestinal
- Nausea, vomiting, constipation, indigestion, mouth infection, inflammation of pancreas, mouth ulcer.

   Metabolic
- Gout, swelling in the extremities.

   Musculoskeletal
- Joint pain, muscle pain, muscle spasm.

   Central Nervous System
- Headache, anxiety, confusion, dizziness, increased muscle tone, sleeplessness, leg cramps, tingling, dilatation of blood vessels.

   Respiratory
- Difficulty in breathing, lung infection.

   Skin
- Rash, sweating, hives.

   Genitourinary
- Blood in urine, vaginal inflammation.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Quinupristin and Dalfopristin

Quinupristin and Dalfopristin(Synercid) generic is a streptogramin antibiotic, prescribed for certain bacterial infection (e.g. complicated skin and skin structure infections). It fights bacteria in the body.


Trade Names for Quinupristin and Dalfopristin

International :


Synercid
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