Side Effects
Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®
Along with its needed effects, a medicine 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 immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
For 0.5% apraclonidine
More common
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Allergic reaction (redness, itching, tearing of the eye)
Less common
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Blurred vision or change in vision
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chest pain
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clumsiness or unsteadiness
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depression
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dizziness
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eye discharge, irritation, or pain
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irregular heartbeat
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numbness or tingling in the fingers or toes
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raising of the upper eyelid
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rash around the eyes
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redness of the eyelid or inner lining of the eyelid
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swelling of the eye, eyelid, or inner lining of the eyelid
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swelling of the face, hands, or feet
For 1% apraclonidine
Less common
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Blurred vision
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diarrhea
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dry mouth
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eye redness
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fainting
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feeling cold or sleepy
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irregular heartbeat
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lightheadedness
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redness, swelling, or whitening of the eyelids
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slow heartbeat
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stomach pain
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stuff or runny nose
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swelling of the eyelid
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trouble sleeping
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unusual dreams
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unusual taste in the mouth
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vomiting
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watering of eye
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
For 1% apraclonidine
Symptoms of overdose
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Confusion
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clumsiness
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drowsiness
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low body temperature
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muscle aches
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muscle weakness
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shivering
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sleepiness
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slow heartbeat
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tiredness
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weak or feeble pulse
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weight gain
Some side effects 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:
For 0.5% apraclonidine
More common
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Dryness of the mouth
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eye discomfort
Less common
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Change in taste or smell
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constipation
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crusting or scales on the eyelid or corner of the eye
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discoloration of white part of the eye
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drowsiness or sleepiness
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dry nose or eyes
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general feeling of discomfort or illness
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headache
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increased sensitivity of the eyes to light
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muscle aches
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nausea
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nervousness
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paleness of the eye or inner lining of the eyelid
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runny nose
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sore throat
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tiredness or weakness
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trouble in sleeping
For 1% apraclonidine
More common
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Increase in size of the pupil of the eye
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paleness of the eye or inner lining of the eyelid
Less common
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Runny nose
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
Portions of this document last updated: Aug. 01, 2023