Fuzeon Side Effects (Cont.)

Fuzeon Side Effects to Report

There are a number of side effects with Fuzeon that you should report immediately to your healthcare provider. These include but are not limited to:
 
  • Signs of a skin infection, such as oozing, skin warmth, swelling, or increased redness or pain
  • Signs of pneumonia (coughing, fever, rapid breathing, and shortness of breath)
  • Kidney problems
  • Depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, or any other changes in mental health
  • Signs of an allergic reaction, such as a rash, hives, itching, swelling of the mouth or throat, wheezing, or difficulty breathing.
     

Less Common Fuzeon Side Effects

Rare Fuzeon side effects occurred in at least one person taking the drug. However, it is not known if Fuzeon is the actual cause of these symptoms, because it is difficult to tell whether the medication or something else causes the side effects.
 
These less common side effects include but are not limited to:
 
  • High blood sugar
  • Changes in taste
  • Unusual sensations (like burning, tingling, or numbness) in the hands or feet
  • Weakness
  • High triglycerides
  • Insomnia.
     

Final Thoughts on Fuzeon Side Effects

You may experience some or none of the Fuzeon side effects listed in this article. Unfortunately, it can be difficult to tell whether any particular side effect is actually caused by Fuzeon or other factors. Therefore, make sure to let your healthcare provider know if you develop any side effects while taking the drug or if something "just does not seem right." While it may not be a side effect of Fuzeon, your healthcare provider will be able to diagnose and treat the problem.
 

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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
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