Note: This document contains side effect information about dextranomer / sodium hyaluronate. Some dosage forms listed on this page may not apply to the brand name Solesta.
Applies to dextranomer / sodium hyaluronate: injectable gel.
You should not receive this medicine if you have: rectal infection or bleeding, rectal fissure, rectal tumor, rectal malformation, rectal prolapse, an abnormal passageway between the rectum and vagina, stenosis (narrowing) of your anal canal, a rectal or anal implant (other than Solesta), congested blood vessels in the anus or rectum, inflammatory bowel disease, a history of radiation to your pelvic area, or a weak immune system.
Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction while taking dextranomer / sodium hyaluronate: hives; difficult breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat.
Call your doctor at once if you have:
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fever;
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sudden or constant urge to pass bowel movements, or feeling like you cannot completely empty your bowels;
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heavy rectal bleeding;
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diarrhea that is bloody;
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painful or difficult urination;
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severe rectal itching, swelling, pain, or drainage (pus);
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bulging tissue from your rectum; or
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sharp pain or stinging sensation during a bowel movement.
Common side effects may include:
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constipation, diarrhea;
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pain where the medicine was injected;
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mild rectal bleeding;
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mild rectal itching or discomfort;
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dizziness, chills, cold sweat;
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stomach pain; or
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pain during sexual intercourse.
This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects.
