Tegaserod (Systemic)

Brand Names : Zelnorm

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 healthcare professional immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

Diarrhea; stomach pain

Less common

Dizziness; feeling of warmth; itching skin; redness of the face, neck, arms and occasionally, upper chest; swelling or puffiness of face

Frequency not determined

Indigestion; nausea; severe stomach pain; vomiting

Symptoms of Overdose

Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur

Bloated, full feeling; chills; cold sweats; confusion; diarrhea; dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from lying or sitting position; excess air or gas in stomach or intestines; headache; nausea; passing gas; stomach pain; vomiting

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 healthcare professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome.

More Common

Bloated, full feeling; excess air or gas in stomach or intestines; headache; nausea; passing gas

Less common or rare

Back pain; disease or abnormality of the joint; headache, severe and throbbing; leg pain

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