Allergy to Novalgin | Side effects of Novalgin

Allergy to Novalgin

Skin rash and agranulocytosis are among the consequences of an allergic reaction to Novalgin®. In addition, an allergic reaction with histamine release can also occur. This leads to reddening of the skin, itching and breathing difficulties. In the worst case, the allergic reaction leads to an anaphylactic shock with a drop in blood pressure, rapid heartbeat and cardiovascular arrest.

Novalgin® for asthma

Bronchial asthma is characterized by a narrowing of the bronchi (bronchospasm). As a result, air can no longer escape from the alveoli. Betasymphatomimetics (e.g. salbutamol) are available to treat acute asthma attacks.

Other betasymphatomimetics can also be used for long-term therapy. Novalgin® is contraindicated in bronchospasm as well as in existing bronchial asthma. It should therefore not be given.

Summary

Novalgin® is generally a very well tolerated and extremely effective drug which is readily and frequently prescribed. In hospitals it is used as standard for the treatment of moderate to severe pain. The interactions and side effects are significantly less frequent compared to other pain medication groups and most of the possible side effects mentioned occur rarely (1-10 out of 10,000 treated patients) to very rarely (less than 1 in 10,000 treated patients). Should side effects occur which are not listed in this article and could be related to the use of Novalgin®, please inform a doctor or pharmacist.