What are the side effects of oxymorphone injections?

Stacy Wiegman, PharmD

Pharmacy

There are numerous side effects when receiving oxymorphone injections. They include:

• double vision
• breathing problems
• slow heartbeat
• frequent urination
• constipation
• loss of consciousness
• weakness
• big pupils
• confusion
• dizziness
• blue fingertips and toes
• chest tightness
• pounding heartbeat
• sleeping problems
• drowsiness

If you have any of these symptoms, call your doctor right away.

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