Side Effects

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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. Anxiety
  2. blurred vision
  3. chills
  4. cold sweats
  5. coma
  6. confusion
  7. cool, pale skin
  8. depression
  9. dizziness
  10. dry mouth
  11. fast heartbeat
  12. increased hunger
  13. increased thirst
  14. increased urination
  15. nausea
  16. nervousness
  17. nightmares
  18. seizures
  19. shakiness
  20. slurred speech
  21. stomach pain
  22. sweating
  23. trouble breathing
  24. unexplained weight loss
  25. unusual tiredness or weakness
  26. vomiting

Less common

  1. Bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
  2. cold flu-like symptoms
  3. cough or hoarseness
  4. fever
  5. indigestion
  6. pale skin
  7. rapid weight gain
  8. stomach bloating
  9. tingling of the hands or feet
  10. unusual bleeding or bruising

Incidence not known

  1. Chest tightness
  2. constipation
  3. diarrhea
  4. difficulty swallowing
  5. excess air or gas in the stomach or intestines
  6. full feeling
  7. hives, itching, skin rash
  8. inflammation of the mouth
  9. passing gas
  10. puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue

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. Acid or sour stomach
  2. belching
  3. burning or itching around the anus
  4. headache
  5. heartburn

Incidence not known

  1. Difficulty in moving
  2. joint pain or swelling
  3. muscle aches, cramps, pains, or stiffness

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.

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Portions of this document last updated: June 01, 2024

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