Stavudine Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity
COMMON side effects
If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression
- A Skin Rash
If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression
- A Painful Condition That Affects The Nerves In The Legs And Arms Called Peripheral Neuropathy
- Abnormal Fat Distribution Associated With HIV
- Diarrhea
- Headache
- Nausea
- Vomiting
INFREQUENT side effects
If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression
- Muscle Pain
If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression
- Abnormal Sensations Of The Skin
- Decreased Appetite
- Difficulty Sleeping
- Generalized Weakness
- Irritation Of The Stomach Or Intestines
- Numbness
RARE side effects
If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression
- Abnormally Large Red Blood Cells Called Macrocytosis
- Acute Inflammation Of The Pancreas
- Anemia
- Decreased Blood Platelets
- Diabetes
- Enlarged Fatty Liver
- High Blood Sugar
- Increased Blood Acidity Due To High Levels Of Lactic Acid
- Inflammation Of The Liver Called Hepatitis
- Liver Failure
- Low Levels Of White Blood Cells
If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression
- Chills
- Fever
- Intense Abdominal Pain
- Muscle Weakness
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