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Side effect(s) of Suramin


Review the side-effects of Suramin 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.

  Central nervous system
- Fever, headache, tiredness, fainting, weakness, numbness and increased sensitivity in hand and foot.

  Skin
- Rash and itching.

  Metabolic
- Adrenal insufficiency and abnormality in liver enzymes.

  Gastrointestinal
- Vomiting, abdominal pain, nausea and metallic taste.

  Blood
- Decrease in blood count.

  Liver
- Transient increase in bilirubin level.

  Musculoskeletal
- Tingling and peripheral neuropathy.

  Eye
- Eye diseases and eye problems.

  Genitourinary
- Presence of protein in urine and kidney impairment.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Suramin

Suramin(Germanin) generic is prescribed for sleeping sickness, onchocerciasis (river blindness) and some infections caused by parasites. It works by causing the parasites to lose energy, which causes their death.


Trade Names for Suramin

International :


Germanin, Moranyl, Naganin, Naganine
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