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:

Less common

  1. Cough or hoarseness
  2. fever or chills
  3. lower back or side pain
  4. painful or difficult urination

Incidence not known

  1. Back pain
  2. black, tarry stools
  3. bloating of the stomach
  4. blurred vision
  5. chest tightness
  6. confusion
  7. constipation
  8. dark urine
  9. diarrhea
  10. difficulty with swallowing
  11. dizziness
  12. drowsiness
  13. fast heartbeat
  14. fever
  15. headache
  16. heartburn
  17. hives, itching, or skin rash
  18. indigestion
  19. large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
  20. light-colored stools
  21. nausea
  22. puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
  23. seizures
  24. stomach pain, cramps, or burn
  25. unusual tiredness or weakness
  26. vomiting of blood or material that looks like coffee grounds
  27. 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:

More common

  1. Feeling of warmth
  2. redness of the face, neck, arms and occasionally, upper chest

Less common

  1. Acid or sour stomach
  2. belching
  3. stomach discomfort or upset

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.

Portions of this document last updated: June 01, 2024

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