Perflutren Lipid Microspheres Suspension Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • Chest Pain

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Backache
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Kidney Pain
  • Nausea
  • Reactions At The Site Of The Injection
  • Temporary Redness Of Face And Neck

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Condition Where The Body Is Unable To Maintain Adequate Blood Flow Called Shock
  • A Feeling Of Throat Tightness
  • A Hearing Disorder
  • A Hypersensitivity Reaction To A Drug
  • A Low Supply Of Oxygen Rich Blood To The Heart
  • A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
  • A Skin Rash
  • A Transient Ischemic Attack, A Type Of Stroke That Lasts Only A Few Minutes
  • A Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Angioedema
  • An Abnormal Breathing Sound Called Stridor
  • Atrial Fibrillation
  • Complete Stoppage Of The Heart
  • Decreased Alertness Or Consciousness
  • Decreased Oxygen In The Tissues Or Blood
  • Fainting
  • Fast Heartbeat
  • High Blood Pressure
  • Hives
  • Low Blood Pressure
  • Lung Failure Causing Loss Of Breath
  • Oil Microembolism In The Lung
  • Rapid Ventricular Heartbeat
  • Seizures
  • Slow Heartbeat
  • Supraventricular Tachycardia
  • Trouble Breathing
  • Unconsciousness
  • Ventricular Fibrillation, A Heart Rhythm Disorder
  • Wheezing

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Change In Vision
  • A Feeling Of Pins And Needles On Skin
  • Agitation
  • An Abnormal Increase In Muscle Tone
  • Blurred Vision
  • Chills
  • Cough
  • Diarrhea
  • Dry Mouth
  • Erythema Or Redness Of Skin Or Mucous Membrane
  • Fever
  • Hematoma, A Collection Of Blood Outside Of The Blood Vessels
  • Indigestion
  • Intense Abdominal Pain
  • Itching
  • Joint Pain
  • Leg Cramps
  • Low Energy
  • Muscle Tremors
  • Numbness
  • Pain
  • Sensation Of Spinning Or Whirling
  • Throat Irritation
  • Visible Water Retention
  • Vomiting

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