Side Effects of Carbinoxamine

Although most people taking carbinoxamine do not experience any problems, side effects are possible. Some of the most common side effects that have been seen with this medication include drowsiness, dizziness, and indigestion or heartburn. Certain side effects of carbinoxamine (while typically rare) are potentially serious and require immediate medical attention, such as double vision, difficulty passing urine, or a rapid heart rate.

Carbinoxamine Drug Information

An Introduction to Carbinoxamine Side Effects

As with any medicine, carbinoxamine maleate (Palgic^®) can cause side effects. However, not everyone who takes the medication will have problems. In fact, some people tolerate it quite well. If side effects do occur, in most cases, they are minor and either require no treatment or can easily be treated by you or your healthcare provider.

(This article covers many, but not all, of the possible side effects with carbinoxamine. Your healthcare provider can discuss a more complete list of carbinoxamine side effects with you.)

Serious Side Effects Seen With Carbinoxamine

Some carbinoxamine side effects are potentially serious and should be reported immediately to your healthcare provider. Although generally rare, some of these side effects may actually be fairly common, particularly in young children or the elderly. These include, but are not limited to:

Low blood pressure (hypotension)
Heart palpitations
A rapid heart rate (tachycardia)
An irregular heartbeat
Anemia
Low blood platelets
Confusion
Blurred vision or double vision
Loss of balance, especially if accompanied by ringing of the ears (tinnitus) or hearing loss
Seizures
Difficulty passing urine
Hallucinations or delirium
Worsening of ulcers or gastroesophageal reflux disease
Worsening of glaucoma
Signs of an allergic reaction, such as:

An unexplained rash
Itching
Hives
Swelling of the mouth or throat
Wheezing
Difficulty breathing.

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