The main side effects of rat nerve growth factor shots in infants include localized pain and occasional hives.
Rat nerve growth factor is mainly used to treat optic nerve damage and is usually given by intramuscular injection. The drug may be irritating and cause pain at the injection site. Because the skin of infants is relatively delicate, even individuals may develop hard nodules at the injection site, which can be gradually relieved after stopping the injection and generally do not require special treatment.
Some infants may occasionally develop urticaria, which is mostly related to the infant’s constitution and can usually be relieved by themselves, if it is more serious, prompt medical attention is recommended.
The specific dosage and usage of the above medicines should follow the doctor’s instructions, and should not be used on its own to avoid adverse reactions. If there is any adverse reaction that does not resolve, it is recommended to consult a doctor.