Phenelzine SULFATE Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • Abnormal Liver Function Tests
  • Myoclonus, Quick And Involuntary Muscle Jerks
  • Orthostatic Hypotension, A Form Of Low Blood Pressure

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Abnormal Sexual Function
  • Constipation
  • Deep Sleep Or Sleep For Long Periods
  • Difficulty Sleeping
  • Dizziness
  • Drowsiness
  • Dry Mouth
  • Exaggerated Deep Reflexes
  • Generalized Weakness
  • Headache
  • Low Energy
  • Muscle Tremors
  • Muscle Twitching
  • Nervousness
  • Orgasm Problems
  • The Inability To Have An Erection
  • Visible Water Retention
  • Weight Gain

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Feeling Of Restlessness With Inability To Sit Still
  • An Increased Sodium Level In The Blood
  • Fast Heartbeat
  • Secondary Angle-Closure Glaucoma, A Type Of Eye Disorder

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Skin Rash
  • Aggressive Behavior
  • Agitation
  • An Inability To Completely Empty The Bladder
  • Anxious Feelings
  • Blurred Vision
  • Excessive Sweating
  • Feelings Of Hostility
  • Irritability
  • Itching
  • Palilalia, Repetition Of One's Own Words Or Phrases With Increasing Speed
  • Problems With Ejaculation

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Condition With Symptoms That Resemble Lupus
  • A Disorder With Excess Antidiuretic Hormone Called Syndrome Of Inappropriate Antidiuretic Hormone
  • Anemia
  • Extremely High Blood Pressure
  • Liver Damage
  • Low Blood Pressure
  • Low Levels Of White Blood Cells
  • Manic Behavior
  • Seizures
  • Serotonin Syndrome, A Type Of Disorder With High Serotonin Levels
  • Suicidal Behavior
  • Suicidal Thoughts

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Feeling Of Pins And Needles On Skin
  • Accidental Falls
  • Acne
  • An Extreme Sense Of Wellbeing Called Euphoria
  • Confusion
  • Delirium
  • Hair Loss
  • Heart Throbbing Or Pounding
  • Hives
  • Increased Sensitivity Of The Skin To The Sun
  • Loss Of Muscle Coordination
  • Nausea
  • Nystagmus, A Condition With Involuntary Eye Movements
  • Poisoning Caused By Anticholinergic Medication
  • Ringing In The Ears
  • Vomiting

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