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Adverse effects
Side effects tend to be common and occur more frequently with increased age. The most common adverse reactions associated with benznidazole are allergic dermatitis and peripheral neuropathy. Benznidazole may cause photosensitization of the skin, resulting in rashes. Peripheral neuropathy may occurs later on in the treatment course and is dose dependent.

Other adverse reactions include anorexia, weight loss, nausea, vomiting, insomnia, and dysguesia, and bone marrow suppression.

Contraindications
Benznidazole should not be used in people with severe hepatic and/or renal disease. Pregnant women should not use benznidazole because it can cross the placenta and cause teratogenicity.

Interactions
Alcohol consumption can cause a disulfiram like reaction with benznidazole.