Aminolevulinic Acid (Topical)

Brand Names : Levulan Kerastick

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common

Bleeding

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome.

More Common

Burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, �pins and needles,� stinging, or tingling feelings; darkening of treated skin; lightening of treated skin; scaling or crusting; skin sore; small red raised itchy bumps; swelling of skin

Less common

Blister; oozing; open sore on skin ; pain; pus filled blister or pimple; raw skin; scabbing; tenderness.

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.