Azmacort Side Effects (Cont.)

Azmacort Side Effects to Report

There are a number of possible side effects with Azmacort that you should report immediately to your healthcare provider, including, but not limited to:
 
  • Worsening of asthma
  • Signs of an allergic reaction, including an unexplained rash, hives, itching, and unexplained swelling.
     

Less Common Azmacort Side Effects

There are other possible Azmacort side effects that occur less frequently. These Azmacort side effects occur in 1 to 3 percent of people or less. In the case of these possible side effects, it can be difficult to tell whether they are actually caused by Azmacort or factors unrelated to the medication.
 
Some of these less common Azmacort side effects include, but are not limited to:
 
  • Abdominal pain (or stomach pain)
  • Sensitivity to the sun
  • Diarrhea
  • Thrush
  • Toothaches
  • Vomiting
  • Weight gain
  • Bursitis (painful, inflamed joints)
  • Dry mouth
  • Chest congestion
  • Voice changes
  • Urinary tract infections (bladder infections)
  • Vaginal yeast infections.
     

Azmacort Side Effects: Final Thoughts

It is possible that you may experience some or none of the Azmacort side effects explained above. Unfortunately, there is no way for your healthcare provider to know beforehand if you will have side effects from a medicine that you have never tried. Therefore, make sure to let your healthcare provider know if you develop any side effects while taking Azmacort. Also, let your healthcare provider know if you develop something that "just does not seem right." While it may not be a side effect of Azmacort, your healthcare provider will be able to diagnose and treat the problem.
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Written by/reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD; Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Kristi Monson, PharmD;