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
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Pale skin
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troubled breathing with exertion
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unusual bleeding or bruising
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unusual tiredness or weakness
Less common
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Black, tarry stools
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bladder pain
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bleeding gums
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blood in the urine or stools
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blurred vision
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chest pain
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chills
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collection of blood under the skin
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confusion
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convulsions
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cough
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decreased or cloudy urine
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deep, dark purple bruise
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difficult, burning, or painful urination
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dizziness
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dry mouth
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fainting or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position
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fever
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frequent urge to urinate
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increased thirst
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irregular heartbeat
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itching, pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site
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loss of appetite
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lower back or side pain
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muscle pain or cramps
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nausea or vomiting
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numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips
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pinpoint red spots on the skin
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red, tender, or oozing skin at incision
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shortness of breath
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sore throat
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sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth
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sudden sweating
Incidence not known
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Back pain
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bowel or bladder dysfunction
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difficulty with swallowing
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fast heartbeat
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hives, itching, or skin rash
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large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
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leg weakness
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numbness
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paralysis
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puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
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tightness in the chest
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
Symptoms of overdose
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Abdominal or stomach pain or swelling
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bruising or purple areas on the skin
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coughing up blood
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decreased alertness
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headache
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joint pain or swelling
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nosebleeds
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
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Difficulty having a bowel movement
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swelling
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trouble sleeping
Less common
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Acid or sour stomach
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belching
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diarrhea
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heartburn
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indigestion
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pain
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skin blisters
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stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
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tightness in the chest
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unusual changes to site of surgery
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wound drainage, increased
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: July 01, 2024
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