Bromfenac Side Effects

Applies to bromfenac: oral capsule.

General adverse events

General effects have frequently included asthenia and headache. Back pain, chest pain, chills, face edema, fever, flu syndrome, generalized edema, infection, and malaise have also been reported (<1%).^[Ref]

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects have included dizziness and somnolence. Abnormal dreams, amnesia, anxiety, confusion, depression, emotional lability, euphoria, hallucination, incoordination, insomnia, increased libido, nervousness, paresthesia, psychosis, tremor, and twitching have also been reported (<1%).^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects have frequently included dyspepsia (12%), abdominal pain, constipation, diarrhea, eructation, flatulence, liver enzyme elevations (less than 3 times the upper limit of normal), nausea, and vomiting. Anorexia, colitis, dry mouth, gastritis, gastroenteritis, gastrointestinal hemorrhage, increased appetite, liver test abnormalities, (less or equal to 3 times the upper limit of normal), pancreatitis, peptic ulcer, periodontal abscess, positive fecal occult blood test, rectal disorder, stomatitis, and tenesmus have also been reported (<1%).^[Ref]

Cardiovascular

Cardiovascular side effects have included arrhythmias, hemorrhage, hypertension, migraine, myocardial infarction, palpitations, phlebitis, syncope, and vasodilation (<1%).^[Ref]

Endocrine

Endocrine effects have included glycosuria (<1%).^[Ref]

Hematologic

Hematologic side effects have included anemia, ecchymosis, and leukopenia (<1%).^[Ref]

Metabolic

Metabolic side effects have included increased blood urea nitrogen, edema, hypoglycemia, hypokalemia, increased serum creatinine, thirst, weight gain, and weight loss (<1%).^[Ref]

Musculoskeletal

Musculoskeletal side effects have included leg cramps and myalgia (<1%).^[Ref]

Respiratory

Respiratory side effects have included asthma, increased cough, dyspnea, epistaxis, hiccup, hyperventilation, pharyngitis, rhinitis, and sinusitis (<1%).^[Ref]

Dermatologic

Dermatologic side effects have included alopecia, pruritus, rash, seborrhea, skin infections, skin ulcer, sweating, and urticaria (<1%).^[Ref]

Ocular

Ocular side effects have included abnormal vision, blepharitis, cataract, conjunctivitis, dry eyes, lacrimation, and photophobia (<1%).^[Ref]

Other

Other side effects have included ear disorder, taste perversion, and tinnitus (<1%).^[Ref]

Genitourinary

Genitourinary side effects have included albuminuria, breast pain, dysuria, hematuria, impotence, menstrual disorder, nocturia, oliguria, orchitis, polyuria, pyuria, enlarged uterine fibroids, urinary frequency, uterine hemorrhage, urinary incontinence, and urinary tract infection (<1%).^[Ref]

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Further information

Bromfenac side effects can vary depending on the individual. 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.

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