Ganciclovir (Systemic)

Brand Names : Cytovene, Cytovene-IV, DHPG

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.

Medicines like ganciclovir can sometimes cause serious side effects such as blood problems; these are described below. Discuss these possible effects with your doctor.

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

More common

For oral capsules and injection into the vein only

Sore throat and fever; unusual bleeding or bruising

Less common

For oral capsules and injection into the vein only

Mood or other mental changes; nervousness; pain at place of injection; skin rash; tremor; unusual tiredness and weakness

For injection into the eye only

Decreased vision or any change in vision

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:

Less common

Abdominal or stomach pain; loss of appetite; nausea and vomiting

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