Droperidol Ampul Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Fast Heartbeat
  • Low Blood Pressure

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Feeling Of Restlessness With Inability To Sit Still

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Anxious Feelings
  • Drowsiness
  • Feelings Of Dissatisfaction, Sadness, And Unease

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
  • A Spasm Of The Larynx
  • Bronchospastic Lung Disease
  • Extrapyramidal Disease, A Type Of Movement Disorder
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Neuroleptic Malignant Syndrome, A Reaction Characterized By Fever, Muscle Rigidity And Confusion
  • Painful And Involuntary Movement Of The Eyes Called Oculogyric Crisis
  • Prolonged QT Interval On EKG
  • Torsades De Pointes, A Type Of Abnormal Heart Rhythm

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Chills
  • Dizziness
  • Hallucinations
  • Nervousness

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