Anthrax Vaccine (Intramuscular Route, Subcutaneous 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:

• Pain, redness, tenderness, or limited movement of the arm where the injection is given

• Swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in the neck, armpit, or groin

• Blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
• Chills
• Cough
• Diarrhea
• Difficulty with swallowing
• Dizziness
• Fainting
• Fast heartbeat
• Hives or welts
• Joint or muscle pain
• Large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
• Puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
• Red skin lesions, often with a purple center
• Red, irritated eyes
• Redness of the skin
• Shakiness in the legs, arms, hands, or feet
• Shortness of breath
• Skin rash
• Sores, ulcers, or white spots in the mouth or on the lips
• Trembling or shaking of the hands or feet
• Unusual tiredness or weakness

Some side effects 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:

• Headache
• Muscle aches and pains

• Burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
• Dark-colored urine
• Difficulty with moving
• Feeling of warmth
• Hair loss or thinning of the hair
• Muscle cramps or spasms
• Muscle pain or stiffness
• Nausea
• Redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest
• Swollen joints
• Trouble sleeping

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.

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