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 or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

  1. Dizziness
  2. headache
  3. increased heart rate
  4. numbness or tingling in the arms or legs
  5. trouble thinking, speaking, or walking
  6. weakness

Less common

  1. Chest pain
  2. fast, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse
  3. trouble breathing

Incidence not known

  1. Back, tarry stools
  2. bluish color
  3. blurred vision
  4. changes in skin color
  5. chest discomfort or tightness
  6. chills
  7. confusion
  8. cough
  9. difficulty swallowing
  10. dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
  11. fever
  12. hives, itching, skin rash
  13. painful or difficult urination
  14. puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
  15. sore throat
  16. sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth
  17. sweating
  18. swelling of the fingers, hands, feet, or lower legs
  19. swollen glands
  20. unusual bleeding or bruising
  21. weight gain

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:

Less common

  1. Nausea

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: May 01, 2024

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