Table 3 Knowledge on the side effects of treatment for lymphatic filariasis of the sampled population, Agusan del Sur, Philippines, 2005
Side effects of treatment for lymphatic filariasis* | Percent |
|---|---|
Dizziness/nausea | 18.0 |
Headache | 7.4 |
Body weakness | 5.6 |
Vomiting | 4.7 |
Abdominal pain | 4.3 |
Sleepiness | 3.5 |
Rashes/itchiness | 2.7 |
Fever | 1.7 |
Difficulty in breathing/chest pain | 0.5 |
Diarrhea | 0.3 |
Chills | 0.2 |
Others | 1.0 |