Sulfinpyrazone (Systemic)

Brand Names : Anturane, Anturan, Apo-Sulfinpyrazone, Novopyrazone

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:

Rare

Shortness of breath, troubled breathing, tightness in chest, and/or wheezing; sores, ulcers, or white spots on lips or in mouth; sore throat and fever with or without chills; swollen and/or painful glands; unusual bleeding or bruising

Symptoms of overdose

Clumsiness or unsteadiness; convulsions (seizures); diarrhea; nausea or vomiting (severe or continuing); stomach pain (severe or continuing); difficulty in breathing

Also, check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

Lower back and/or side pain; painful urination (possibly with blood)

Less common

Skin rash

Rare

Bloody or black, tarry stools; fever; increased blood pressure; pinpoint red spots on skin; sudden decrease in amount of urine; swelling of face, fingers, feet, and/or lower legs; unusual tiredness or weakness; vomiting of blood or material that looks like coffee grounds; weight gain

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

Joint pain, redness, and/or swelling; nausea or vomiting; stomach pain

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