Clevidipine (Intravenous Route)

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Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine 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 or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common
  • Agitation
  • Confusion
  • Decreased urine output
  • Depression
  • Dizziness
  • Fainting
  • Fast or irregular heartbeat
  • Headache
  • Hostility
  • Irritability
  • Lethargy
  • Loss of consciousness
  • Muscle twitching
  • Nausea
  • Rapid weight gain
  • Seizures (convulsions)
  • Stupor
  • Swelling of the face, ankles, or hands
  • Unusual tiredness or weakness
Rare
  • Chest pain or discomfort
  • Difficult or labored breathing
  • Pain or discomfort in the arms, jaw, back, or neck
  • Shortness of breath
  • Stopping of the heart
  • Sweating
  • Tightness in the chest
  • Unconsciousness
  • Very low blood pressure or pulse
  • Vomiting
  • Wheezing

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Precautions
DR602743 Portions of this document last updated: May 1, 2012

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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