Proctozone-HC Cream With Perineal Applicator Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • An Infection

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Increased Hunger

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Hormone Disorder Where The Body Produces High Levels Of Cortisol Called Cushing's Syndrome
  • Decreased Function Of The Adrenal Gland

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Irregular Periods
  • Nausea

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Condition Where There Is Excess Sugar In The Urine
  • A Disease With Shrinking And Weaker Muscles Called Myopathy
  • A Hole In The Intestine
  • A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
  • Abdominal Bloating
  • Abnormal Liver Function Tests
  • An Enlarged Liver
  • An Ulcer From Too Much Stomach Acid
  • Bleeding Of The Stomach Or Intestines
  • Chronic Heart Failure
  • Clouding Of The Lens Of The Eye Called Cataracts
  • Confusion
  • Delirium
  • Fluid In The Lungs
  • Glaucoma, An Increased Pressure In The Eye
  • Hallucinations
  • High Blood Pressure
  • High Blood Sugar
  • Impaired Wound Healing
  • Increased Pressure In The Eye
  • Mental Problems From Taking The Drug
  • Obstruction Of A Blood Vessel By A Blood Clot
  • Osteoporosis, A Condition Of Weak Bones
  • Over Excitement
  • Paranoia
  • Personality Disorders
  • Pseudotumor Cerebri, A Condition With High Fluid Pressure In The Brain
  • Slow Heartbeat
  • Trouble Breathing
  • Water Retention

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Skin Rash
  • A Sleep Disorder
  • Abnormal Fat Distribution
  • Acne
  • An Extreme Sense Of Wellbeing Called Euphoria
  • Bulging Of The Eyes
  • Depression
  • Difficulty Sleeping
  • Dizziness
  • Hirsutism, A Condition Of Hair Growth On Parts Of The Body Normally Without Hair
  • Hives
  • Inflammation Of The Skin Due To An Allergy
  • Irritation Of The Rectum
  • Mood Changes
  • Nervousness
  • Temporary Redness Of Face And Neck

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