What side effects may I notice from receiving Aveed?

Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
-Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
-Blood clot—pain, swelling, or warmth in the leg, shortness of breath, chest pain
-Heart attack—pain or tightness in the chest, shoulders, arms or jaw, nausea, shortness of breath, cold or clammy skin, feeling faint or lightheaded
-Increase in blood pressure
-Liver injury—right upper belly pain, loss of appetite, nausea, light-colored stool, dark yellow or brown urine, yellowing of the skin or eyes, unusual weakness or fatigue
-Mood swings, irritability, or hostility
-Prolonged or painful erection
-Sleep apnea—loud snoring, gasping during sleep, daytime sleepiness
-Stroke—sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg, trouble speaking, confusion, trouble walking, loss of balance or coordination, dizziness, severe headache, change in vision
-Swelling of the ankles, hands, or feet
-Thoughts of suicide or self-harm, worsening mood, feelings of depression
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
-Acne
-Change in sex drive or performance
-Pain, redness, or irritation at the application site
-Unexpected breast tissue growth

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Aveed. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.