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What side effects can Arousal cream for women cause?
Short answer
Possible side effects include burning, redness, itching, or irritation where you apply the cream. Absorbed ingredients may also cause headache, flushing, dizziness, or a fast heartbeat. The risks of this exact compounded blend are not fully established. Stop using it and seek advice if you develop a reaction.
Arousal cream for women may cause burning, redness, itching, or irritation at the application site. A reaction can come from an active ingredient or from the cream base. The frequency and full range of side effects for this exact compounded blend are not well established.
Topical use does not rule out effects elsewhere in the body. If enough medicine is absorbed, possible effects include headache, flushing, dizziness, low blood pressure, or a fast heartbeat. Tell your physician about heart problems, blood pressure concerns, allergies, and all medicines before treatment.
Stop using the cream and contact your physician if you develop irritation, a rash, or other new symptoms. Seek urgent care for severe dizziness, fainting, chest pain, sudden vision or hearing changes, or a rapid or irregular heartbeat. Call 911 for trouble breathing or swelling of your face or throat.
Compounded medications are prepared by a licensed pharmacy for one patient and are not FDA-approved. A licensed physician in your state decides whether this treatment is appropriate.
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Written by the Verra clinical team · Medical review pending
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