Note: This document contains side effect information about dextran, low molecular weight. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Dextran 40.

Applies to dextran, low molecular weight: intravenous solution.

Cardiovascular

Frequency not reported: Tightness of the chest, hypotension

Postmarketing reports: Cardiac arrest, shock^[Ref]

Dermatologic

Frequency not reported: Mild urticarial reactions, generalized urticaria^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

Rare (less than 0.1%): Nausea, vomiting^[Ref]

Hypersensitivity

Frequency not reported: Anaphylaxis

Postmarketing reports: Dextran-induced anaphylactoid reaction (DIAR)^[Ref]

Local

Frequency not reported: Febrile response, injection site infection, venous thrombosis or phlebitis extending from the site of injection, extravasation, hypervolemia^[Ref]

Other

Frequency not reported: Fever^[Ref]

Respiratory

Frequency not reported: Wheezing^[Ref]