Fidaxomicin Tablet Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Intense Abdominal Pain
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • Bleeding Of The Stomach Or Intestines

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Anemia
  • Low Levels Of A Type Of White Blood Cell Called Neutrophils

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Angioedema
  • A Type Of Allergic Reaction Involving The Head And Neck Called Head And Neck Angioedema
  • An Enlargement Of The Intestine With Stopped Bowel Function Called Megacolon
  • Blockage Of The Stomach Or Intestine
  • Excess Body Acid
  • Trouble Breathing

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Skin Rash
  • Abdominal Bloating
  • Difficulty Swallowing
  • Gas
  • High Blood Sugar
  • Indigestion
  • Itching

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