Note: This document contains side effect information about hexaminolevulinate. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Cysview.

Applies to hexaminolevulinate: urinary bladder powder for solution.

Serious side effects of Cysview

Along with its needed effects, hexaminolevulinate (the active ingredient contained in Cysview) 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 while taking hexaminolevulinate:

More common

• Blood in the urine
• burning sensation while urinating
• difficult or painful urination
• frequent urge to urinate
• lower stomach pain or spasm

Incidence not known

• Bloody or cloudy urine
• cough
• difficulty with breathing or swallowing
• dizziness
• fast heartbeat
• fever
• hives, itching, skin rash
• nausea
• puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
• reddening of the skin, especially around the ears
• tightness in the chest
• unusual tiredness or weakness

For Healthcare Professionals

Applies to hexaminolevulinate: intravesical powder for reconstitution.

Hematologic

Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): White blood cell count increased, anemia^[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

Frequency not reported: Hypersensitivity reaction, anaphylactoid shock^[Ref]

Immunologic

Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Sepsis^[Ref]

Musculoskeletal

Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Back pain^[Ref]

Metabolic

Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Gout^[Ref]

Psychiatric

Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Insomnia^[Ref]

Genitourinary

Common (1% to 10%): Bladder spasm, bladder pain, dysuria, urinary retention, hematuria

Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Urethral pain, pollakiuria, micturition urgency, urinary tract disorder, balanitis, cystitis, urinary tract infection

Postmarketing reports: Abnormal urinalysis^[Ref]

Hepatic

Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Increased serum bilirubin, hepatic enzyme increased^[Ref]

Other

Common (1% to 10%): Pyrexia, post-procedural pain, post-operative fever^[Ref]

Nervous system

Common (1% to 10%): Headache^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

Common (1% to 10%): Nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea^[Ref]