About DIFICID® (fidaxomicin)
Possible side effects of DIFICID
DIFICID can cause serious side effects, including:
Allergic reaction. If you get a severe allergic reaction while taking DIFICID, including problems breathing or shortness of breath, rash, itching or hives, or swelling of the mouth, throat, or face, stop taking DIFICID and get emergency medical help right away.
Common side effects of DIFICID include:
The most common side effects of DIFICID in adults include:
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Stomach pain
- Bleeding in the stomach or intestines
- Low red blood cell count (anemia)
- Low white blood cell count (neutropenia)
The most common side effects of DIFICID in children include:
- Fever
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Stomach pain
- Constipation
- Rash
- High levels of enzymes called aminotransferases in the blood, which may indicate liver damage
There may be other side effects to DIFICID that are not listed. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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