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:

More common

  1. Black, tarry stools
  2. bleeding gums
  3. blood in the urine or stools
  4. bone pain or fracture
  5. chest pain
  6. chills
  7. cough
  8. fever
  9. hoarseness
  10. lower back or side pain
  11. painful or difficult urination
  12. pale skin
  13. pinpoint red spots on the skin
  14. sore throat
  15. sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth
  16. swelling or inflammation of the mouth
  17. swollen glands
  18. trouble breathing with exertion
  19. unusual bleeding or bruising
  20. unusual tiredness or weakness

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:

More common

  1. Belching
  2. change or loss of taste
  3. decreased appetite
  4. diarrhea
  5. dizziness
  6. headache
  7. heartburn
  8. indigestion
  9. nausea
  10. stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
  11. thinning or loss of hair
  12. vomiting

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.