Mirabegron
- Side Effects, Precautions, and Contraindications
What side effects can
Mirabegron
cause?
- Increased heart rate (tachycardia)
- Headaches, especially sudden throbbing like headaches
- Inform your doctor if the headache becomes unbearable as these may be signs of very high blood pressure
- Increased blood pressure
- Monitor your blood pressure regularly. Inform your doctor if you notice an increasing trend of blood pressure readings or when your blood pressure is at 160/90mmHg. You have to stop mirabegron treatment immediately if your blood pressure is at 180/110mmHg and seek immediate medical attention.
- Nausea
- Take the medication after food, eat small but frequent meals. Avoid fatty or spicy food.
- Diarrhoea
- Constipation
- Drink more water (if you do not have any fluid restrictions), eat more high-fibre foods and exercise regularly
- Urinary tract infection
- Dizziness
The symptoms of a drug allergy include one or more of the following:
- Swollen face/eyes/lips/tongue
- Difficulty in breathing
- Itchy skin rashes over your whole body
If you experience any of these symptoms, you should stop your medication and see your healthcare professional immediately.
Before taking
Mirabegron
, what precautions must I follow?
Inform your healthcare professional if:
- You are allergic to this medication or any of the other ingredients of this medication
- You are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding
- You are not able to empty your bladder (urinary retention)
- You have liver, kidney or heart problems
- You have severe uncontrolled blood pressure
What food or medicine must I avoid when I take
Mirabegron
?
- Avoid drinking alcohol as it may increase the risk of dizziness, light-headedness or drowsiness.
- Inform your healthcare professional if you are taking or intend to take any other medication, supplements, traditional medications or herbal remedies.
