Vimpat Vial Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Blurred Vision
  • Dizziness
  • Double Vision
  • Headache
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Abnormal Manner Of Walking
  • Diarrhea
  • Drowsiness
  • Generalized Weakness
  • Itching
  • Loss Of Muscle Coordination
  • Low Energy
  • Memory Loss
  • Muscle Tremors
  • Nystagmus, A Condition With Involuntary Eye Movements
  • Reactions At The Site Of The Injection
  • Reduced Sensation In The Mouth
  • Sensation Of Spinning Or Whirling

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Paradoxical Convulsion
  • A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
  • A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
  • A Type Of Abnormal Movement Disorder Called Dyskinesia
  • A Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Angioedema
  • A Type Of Significant Allergic Skin Reaction Called DRESS Syndrome
  • Accidental Falls
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Atrial Flutter
  • Atrioventricular Block, A Type Of Slow Heart Rhythm Disorder
  • Fainting
  • Increased Eosinophils In The Blood
  • Inflammation Of The Middle Tissue Heart Muscle
  • Kidney Inflammation
  • Liver Inflammation Resulting From An Abnormal Immune Response
  • Low Levels Of A Type Of White Blood Cell Called Neutrophils
  • Mental Problems From Taking The Drug
  • Rapid Ventricular Heartbeat
  • Slow Heartbeat
  • Suicidal Behavior
  • Suicidal Thoughts
  • Very Low Levels Of Granulocytes, A Type Of White Blood Cell
  • Worsening Of Seizure

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Change In The Ability To Pay Attention
  • A Feeling Of Pins And Needles On Skin
  • A Skin Rash
  • A Type Of Speech Disorder Called Dysarthria
  • Abnormal Liver Function Tests
  • Aggressive Behavior
  • Agitation
  • Anemia
  • Confusion
  • Constipation
  • Depression
  • Difficulty Sleeping
  • Dry Mouth
  • Fever
  • Hallucinations
  • Heart Throbbing Or Pounding
  • Hives
  • Indigestion
  • Irritability
  • Mood Changes
  • Muscle Spasm
  • Numbness
  • Prolonged P-R Interval Observed On EKG
  • Ringing In The Ears
  • The Feeling Of Alcohol Intoxication

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