Antivenin, Pit Viper Sheep-derived (Systemic)
Brand Names : CroFab, Crotalidae Polyvalent Immune Fab (Ovine)
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong 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:
More common
Unexplained bleeding or bruisingLess common
Cough; difficulty in breathing; difficulty in swallowing; dizziness
or lightheadedness; fast heartbeat; fever; hives or welts; itching of skin; joint pain; large, hive-like swellings on the eyelids, face, lips, mouth,
and/or tongue; muscle pain; noisy breathing; redness of skin; shortness of breath; skin rash; wheezingCheck with your doctor as soon
as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common
Areas of pain, redness, and swelling; chest pain; chills; discharge
from wound; pain, tenderness, and warmth at wound
site; unusual tiredness or weakness 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
NauseaLess common
Back pain; generalized numbness, tingling,
crawling, prickling, �pins and needles� feelings; hard bumps under the skin; loss of appetite; nervousness; numbness
and tingling around the mouth; increased amount of
phlegm Other side effects not listed above may also occur
in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
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