Priftin Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Decreased Number Of Lymphocytes In The Blood
  • A High Aspartate Transaminase Level
  • Anemia
  • High Amount Of Uric Acid In The Blood
  • Low Levels Of A Type Of White Blood Cell Called Neutrophils

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Abnormal Color Of Urine
  • Abnormal Liver Function Tests
  • An Abnormal Stool Color
  • Decreased Appetite
  • Diarrhea
  • Discoloration Of The Saliva
  • Headache
  • Hives
  • Joint Pain
  • Nausea
  • Pink Eye
  • Sputum Discoloration
  • Swollen Lymph Nodes
  • Tear Discoloration
  • Vomiting

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A High Alanine Transaminase Level
  • A Hypersensitivity Reaction To A Drug
  • Acute Inflammation Of The Pancreas
  • Bronchospastic Lung Disease
  • Coughing Up Of Blood
  • Decreased Blood Platelets
  • Increase In The Number Of Platelets In The Blood
  • Inflammation Of The Liver Called Hepatitis
  • Low Blood Pressure
  • Low Levels Of White Blood Cells
  • Trouble Breathing

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Skin Rash
  • Backache
  • Bloody Urine
  • Chest Pain
  • Cough
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Excessive Sweating
  • Fever
  • Low Blood Sugar
  • Low Energy
  • Muscle Pain
  • Throat Irritation

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Blood Clot
  • A Condition Where There Is Formation Of Fibrous Tissue In The Lung Called Pulmonary Fibrosis
  • A Condition With Muscle Tissue Breakdown Called Rhabdomyolysis
  • A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
  • A Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Angioedema
  • A Type Of Joint Disorder Due To Excess Uric Acid In The Blood Called Gout
  • A Type Of Significant Allergic Skin Reaction Called DRESS Syndrome
  • An Infection Due To A Fungus
  • Diarrhea From An Infection With Clostridium Difficile Bacteria
  • Fainting
  • Fast Heartbeat
  • Hematoma, A Collection Of Blood Outside Of The Blood Vessels
  • High Levels Of Potassium In The Blood
  • Inflammation Of The Covering Of The Heart Or Pericardium
  • Large Purple Or Brown Skin Blotches
  • Seizures
  • Suicidal Thoughts

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Change In Voice
  • A Feeling Of Pins And Needles On Skin
  • A Type Of Stomach Irritation Called Gastritis
  • Abnormally High Levels Of Nitrogen-Containing Compounds In Your Blood
  • Anxious Feelings
  • Bleeding Not Related To Menstrual Period
  • Chills
  • Confusion
  • Constipation
  • Depression
  • Dry Mouth
  • Excessive Fat In The Blood
  • Generalized Weakness
  • Heart Throbbing Or Pounding
  • High Amount Of Bilirubin In The Blood
  • High Blood Sugar
  • Inflammation Of The Lining Of The Stomach And Intestines
  • Laryngitis
  • Nosebleed
  • Orthostatic Hypotension, A Form Of Low Blood Pressure
  • Skin Discoloration
  • Stomach Cramps
  • Vaginal Discharge
  • Visible Water Retention

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