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Fuzeon SubQ

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Generic Name: ENFUVIRTIDE - INJECTION
Pronounced: (en-FEW-ver-tide)

Fuzeon SubQ Side Effects

Pain, redness, itching, bruising, hardened skin, or bumps at the injection site may occur. These types of reactions are common and may last up to 7 days. Runny nose may also occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur:

  • anxiety
  • muscle pain
  • numbness/tingling/shooting nerve pain near injection site
  • signs of injection site infection (such as oozing, warmth, persistent pain and redness)


Tell your doctor immediately if any of these unlikely but serious side effects occur:

  • abdominal pain
  • loss of appetite
  • cough with fever
  • rapid breathing
  • shortness of breath
  • night sweats
  • vision/eye changes


An allergic reaction to this drug is unlikely, but seek immediate medical attention if it occurs. Symptoms of an allergic reaction include:

  • rash
  • itching
  • swelling
  • dizziness
  • trouble breathing
  • fever
  • chills
  • nausea/vomiting


This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Fuzeon SubQ Medical Alert

Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For enrollment information call MedicAlert at 1-800-854- 1166 (USA) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

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