Trimethobenzamide Side Effects
Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Mar 16, 2024.
Applies to trimethobenzamide: intramuscular solution. Other dosage forms:
Serious side effects of Trimethobenzamide
Along with its needed effects, trimethobenzamide may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking trimethobenzamide:
Rare
- Body spasm, with head and heels bent backward and body bowed forward
- convulsions (seizures)
- depression
- shakiness or tremors
- skin rash
- sore throat or fever
- unusual tiredness
- vomiting (severe or continuing)
- yellow eyes or skin
Other side effects of Trimethobenzamide
Some side effects of trimethobenzamide may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.
Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:
More common
- Drowsiness
Less common
- Blurred vision
- diarrhea
- dizziness
- headache
- muscle cramps
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to trimethobenzamide: compounding powder, intramuscular solution, oral capsule, rectal suppository.
Nervous system
Frequency not reported: Coma, convulsions, disorientation, dizziness, drowsiness, headache, opisthotonos, Parkinson-like/extrapyramidal symptoms[Ref]
Hypersensitivity
Frequency not reported: Allergic-type skin reactions, angioedema, hypersensitivity reactions[Ref]
Cardiovascular
Frequency not reported: Hypotension[Ref]
Psychiatric
Frequency not reported: Depression[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Frequency not reported: Diarrhea[Ref]
Hepatic
Frequency not reported: Jaundice[Ref]
Musculoskeletal
Frequency not reported: Muscle cramps[Ref]
Hematologic
Frequency not reported: Blood dyscrasias[Ref]
Ocular
Frequency not reported: Blurred vision[Ref]
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References
1. (2001) "Product Information. Tigan (trimethobenzamide)." Monarch Pharmaceuticals Inc
2. (2006) "Product Information. Trimethobenzamide Hydrochloride (trimethobenzamide)." United Research Laboratories/Mutual Pharmaceutical Company
Further information
Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.
Some side effects may not be reported. You may report them to the FDA.