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   Side ef·fect

   /ˈsīd əˌfek(t)/

   

   noun

   • 1. a secondary, typically undesirable effect of a drug or medical treatment: "many anticancer drugs now in use have toxic side effects"

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   What are the most common drug side effects?

   • Drug side effects are common, and often quite troublesome. Major side effects, such as severe or even life-threatening allergic reactions, require immediate treatment and discontinuation of the drug. More minor symptoms may be tolerable when weighed against drug benefits. And sometimes, these go away on their own as the body gets used to the drug.

   Is there a good side to drug side effects? - Harvard Health

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   What is an example of a side effect?

   • For example: A drug reported to cause reduced sweating as a side effect may be effective for hyperhidrosis, a condition marked by excessive sweating. Drugs reported to cause low blood pressure as a side effect might be effective treatments for high blood pressure (hypertension).

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   Are medication side effects more common?

   • Medication side effects are a common reason people give for not taking prescribed drugs regularly. And adverse reactions to medicines prompt up to 8% of hospital admissions, according to one analysis. To make matters worse, in some cases the expectation of side effects seems to make them more likely to occur.

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   How do I report a side effect of a medicine?

   • Contact your healthcare provider if you think you are having a side effect of a medicine. In the U.S., you can report side effects to the FDA at www.fda.gov/medwatch or by calling 800-FDA-1088. In Canada, you can report side effects to Health Canada at www.health.gc.ca/medeffect or by calling 866-234-2345.

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3. www.webmd.com › hypertension-high-blood-pressureManaging Side Effects of Blood Pressure Medications - WebMD

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   May 29, 2024 · Learn about the side effects of high blood pressure medications, including common symptoms, and rare conditions.

4. www.verywellmind.com › what-are-the-side-effectsLexapro Side Effects: The First Week and Beyond - Verywell Mind

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   5 days ago · Common Lexapro (escitalopram) side effects include shaking, nausea, trouble sleeping, and fatigue. Most fade quickly, but serious side effects can occur. Learn more.

5. www.aarp.org › rsv-vaccine-side-effectsSide Effects of RSV Vaccines: What’s Normal, What’s Not

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   5 days ago · Serious side effects from vaccines are uncommon, but they can happen. And a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) finds that a small number of older adults have developed a rare neurological disorder known as Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS) after RSV vaccination. While its cause is not fully understood, GBS often ...

6. www.healthline.com › health › drugsFluzone Side Effects: What They Are and How to Manage Them

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   May 13, 2024 · Warnings. Fluzone (influenza) is a prescription vaccine used to prevent or reduce the risks of influenza infection. Fluzone can cause side effects that range from mild to serious, including...

7. www.health.harvard.edu › blog › is-there-a-good-sideIs there a good side to drug side effects? - Harvard Health

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   May 31, 2024 · Drug side effects are common, and often quite troublesome. Major side effects, such as severe or even life-threatening allergic reactions, require immediate treatment and discontinuation of the drug. More minor symptoms may be tolerable when weighed against drug benefits. And sometimes, these go away on their own as the body gets used to the drug.

8. www.seekinghealth.com › blogs › education12 Side Effects of Folic Acid: Why Do They Happen?

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   May 14, 2024 · What Are the 12 Side Effects of Folic Acid? Folic acid is a synthetic form of folate, a nutrient supporting numerous bodily functions. It's important to be aware of its potential side effects. These side effects may include:(1) A sour mouth; Nausea; Gastrointestinal disturbances; Loss of appetite; Confusion; Irritability; Restlessness and ...

9. www.webmd.com › drugs › 2Trazodone: Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Pictures ... - WebMD

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   2 days ago · Protect from light. Side Effects. What are the most common side effects of trazodone? The most common side effects of trazodone are listed below. Tell your healthcare provider if you have any...