Side Effects

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common

  1. Diarrhea
  2. itching of the vagina or genitals
  3. thick, white vaginal discharge with mild or no odor

Incidence not known

  1. Anxiety
  2. black, tarry stools
  3. bleeding gums
  4. blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
  5. blood in the urine or stools
  6. blurred vision
  7. chest pain or tightness
  8. chills
  9. cold sweats
  10. coma
  11. confusion
  12. cool, pale skin
  13. cough
  14. dark urine
  15. depression
  16. difficulty swallowing
  17. dizziness
  18. fast heartbeat
  19. fever
  20. headache
  21. hives, itching, skin rash
  22. increased hunger
  23. joint or muscle pain
  24. large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
  25. loss of appetite
  26. muscle pain
  27. nausea
  28. nervousness
  29. nightmares
  30. painful or difficult urination
  31. pinpoint red spots on the skin
  32. puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
  33. red irritated eyes
  34. red skin lesions, often with a purple center
  35. seizures
  36. shakiness
  37. slurred speech
  38. sore throat
  39. sores, ulcers, or white spots in the mouth or on the lips
  40. stomach pain, severe
  41. swollen glands
  42. trouble breathing
  43. unusual bleeding or bruising
  44. unusual tiredness or weakness
  45. vomiting
  46. yellow eyes or skin

Some side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Incidence not known

  1. Chest burning or discomfort
  2. dizziness or lightheadedness
  3. feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
  4. heartburn
  5. pain or burning in the throat
  6. pain with swallowing
  7. sensation of spinning
  8. vomiting blood

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.