Antidote Tx Nerve Agent Pen Injector Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Decrease In Sharpness Of Vision Called Reduced Visual Acuity
  • A Spasm Of The Larynx
  • An Inability To Completely Empty The Bladder
  • Blurred Vision
  • Dizziness
  • Double Vision
  • Fast Heartbeat
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Muscle Stiffness
  • Muscle Weakness
  • Rapid Deep Breathing
  • Reactions At The Site Of The Injection

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Delay When Starting To Urinate
  • Blurred Vision
  • Constipation
  • Decreased Sweating
  • Drowsiness
  • Dry Eye
  • Dry Mouth
  • Headache
  • Heart Throbbing Or Pounding
  • Increased Creatine Kinase Levels
  • Intense Abdominal Pain
  • Nausea
  • Poisoning Caused By Anticholinergic Medication
  • Reactions At The Site Of The Injection
  • Visual Sensitivity To Light

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A High Alanine Transaminase Level
  • A High Aspartate Transaminase Level
  • Decreased Kidney Function

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Skin Rash
  • Abdominal Bloating
  • Abnormal Liver Function Tests
  • Altered Interest In Having Sexual Intercourse
  • Confusion
  • Dilated Pupils
  • Disturbance In The Ability Of The Eye To Focus
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Dry Mouth
  • Dry Skin
  • Manic Behavior
  • Over Excitement
  • The Inability To Have An Erection
  • Vomiting

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Heart Attack
  • A Hypersensitivity Reaction To A Drug
  • A Narrowing Of The Opening Between The Stomach And The Small Intestine
  • A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
  • A Spasm Of The Larynx
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Atrial Flutter
  • Breathing Changes
  • Dehydration
  • Fever
  • Fluid In The Lungs
  • Glaucoma, An Increased Pressure In The Eye
  • Hallucinations
  • Hives
  • Increased Pressure In The Eye
  • Manic Behavior
  • Orthostatic Hypotension, A Form Of Low Blood Pressure
  • Paralysis Of The Intestines
  • Secondary Angle-Closure Glaucoma, A Type Of Eye Disorder
  • Seizures
  • Ventricular Arrhythmias, A Type Of Abnormal Heart Rhythm
  • Ventricular Fibrillation, A Heart Rhythm Disorder
  • Ventricular Premature Beats

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Loss Of Taste
  • A Skin Rash
  • A Type Of Bumpy Skin Rash Called A Maculopapular Rash
  • Accidental Falls
  • Agitation
  • An Abnormal Increase In Muscle Tone
  • Anxious Feelings
  • Difficult Or Painful Urination
  • Difficulty Concentrating
  • Difficulty Sleeping
  • Difficulty Swallowing
  • Fainting
  • Generalized Weakness
  • Headache
  • Loss Of Muscle Coordination
  • Memory Loss
  • Muscle Tremors
  • Nausea
  • Nervousness
  • Paranoia
  • Sensation Of Spinning Or Whirling
  • Small Reddish-Purplish Pin-Point Sized Spots On Skin
  • Temporary Redness Of Face And Neck
  • The Feeling Of Alcohol Intoxication
  • Vomiting

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