Cyclivert Side Effects
Generic name: cyclizine
Note: This document contains side effect information about cyclizine. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Cyclivert.
Applies to cyclizine: oral tablet, oral tablet chewable.
Warning
Follow all directions on your medicine label and package. Tell each of your healthcare providers about all your medical conditions, allergies, and all medicines you use.
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction while taking cyclizine (the active ingredient contained in Cyclivert) hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Stop using cyclizine and call your doctor at once if you have:
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painful or difficult urination;
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little or no urinating;
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pounding heartbeats or fluttering in your chest; or
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a light-headed feeling, like you might pass out.
Common side effects may include:
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drowsiness, weakness, loss of coordination;
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nausea, dry mouth, constipation; or
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blurred vision.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to cyclizine: oral tablet, oral tablet chewable.
Nervous system
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Depressed levels of consciousness, loss of consciousness
Frequency not reported: Convulsions, coordination abnormal, decreased consciousness, dizziness, drowsiness, dyskinesia, dystonia, extrapyramidal motor disturbances, generalized chorea, headaches, incoordination, paralysis, paresthesia, somnolence, transient speech disorders, tremor[Ref]
Paralysis was reported with IV formulations and typically affected the limbs within minutes of administration. This side effect usually resolved within hours following discontinuation of treatment.[Ref]
Other
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Chills, sensation of heaviness
Frequency not reported: Asthenia, pain, tinnitus[Ref]
Dermatologic
Rare (0.01% to 0.1%): Pruritus
Frequency not reported: Allergic skin reaction, blisters, drug rash, erythema, fixed drug eruption, photosensitivity reaction, urticaria[Ref]
Gastrointestinal
Frequency not reported: Abdominal pain upper, constipation, diarrhea, dry mouth, duodenogastric reflux, increased gastric reflux, nausea, stomach pain, vomiting[Ref]
Psychiatric
Frequency not reported: Agitation, auditory and visual hallucinations, disorientation, euphoria, insomnia, nervousness, Restlessness[Ref]
Auditory and visual hallucinations were reported, especially at doses exceeding recommendations.[Ref]
Cardiovascular
Frequency not reported: Arrhythmias, hypertension, hypotension, palpitations, tachycardia, thrombophlebitis, vein tracking[Ref]
Respiratory
Frequency not reported: Apnea, bronchospasm, dry nose, dry throat[Ref]
Hepatic
Frequency not reported: Cholestatic hepatitis, cholestatic jaundice, hypersensitivity hepatitis, liver dysfunction[Ref]
Hematologic
Frequency not reported: Agranulocytosis, hemolytic anemia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia[Ref]
Local
Frequency not reported: Injection site erythema, injection site pain, injection site reactions[Ref]
Injection site reactions included blisters, erythema, pain, thrombophlebitis, and vein tracking.[Ref]
Hypersensitivity
Frequency not reported: Anaphylaxis, angioedema, hypersensitivity reactions[Ref]
Anaphylaxis occurred with concomitant propanidid given via IV administration in the same syringe.[Ref]
Metabolic
Frequency not reported: Decreased appetite, loss of appetite[Ref]
Musculoskeletal
Frequency not reported: Muscle spasms, twitching[Ref]
Ocular
Frequency not reported: Blurred vision, oculogyric crisis[Ref]
Genitourinary
Frequency not reported: Urinary retention[Ref]
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References
1. Cerner Multum, Inc. "UK Summary of Product Characteristics."
2. Cerner Multum, Inc. "Australian Product Information."
3. (2019) "Product Information. Bonine For Kids (cyclizine)." Heritage/Insight Consumer Products
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.