Applies to nitric oxide: inhalation gas.
Serious side effects of Nitric oxide
Along with its needed effects, nitric oxide 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 nitric oxide:
More common
- Blurred vision
- confusion
- dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
- sweating
- unusual tiredness or weakness
Incidence not known
- Bluish lips or skin
- chest discomfort
- difficult or labored breathing
- dizziness
- tightness in the chest
- trouble breathing
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur while taking nitric oxide:
Symptoms of overdose
- Bluish-colored lips, fingernails, or palms
- dark urine
- fever
- headache
- pale skin
- rapid heart rate
- sore throat
- unusual bleeding or bruising
Other side effects of Nitric oxide
Some side effects of nitric oxide 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:
Incidence not known
- Dry throat
For Healthcare Professionals
Applies to nitric oxide: inhalation gas.
Hematologic
Very common (10% or more): Thrombocytopenia
Uncommon (0.1% to 1%): Methemoglobinemia[Ref]
Cardiovascular
Common (1% to 10%): Hypotension
Postmarketing reports: Bradycardia (following abrupt discontinuation of therapy)[Ref]
Respiratory
Common (1% to 10%): Atelectasis
Postmarketing reports: Hypoxia, dyspnea, chest discomfort, dry throat[Ref]
Nervous system
Postmarketing reports: Headache, dizziness[Ref]
