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. Fever
  2. pain
  3. stomach pain

Less common

  1. Chest pain
  2. chills
  3. cough
  4. difficulty in moving
  5. joint pain or swelling
  6. muscle ache, cramp, pain, or stiffness
  7. sneezing
  8. sore throat
  9. tightness in the chest
  10. troubled breathing

Incidence not known

  1. Bloating
  2. bloody urine
  3. blurred vision
  4. bone fractures, especially of the femur
  5. bone pain
  6. cloudy urine
  7. constipation
  8. dark urine
  9. decreased appetite
  10. decreased frequency or amount of urine
  11. diarrhea
  12. difficulty swallowing
  13. dizziness
  14. dry mouth
  15. fast heartbeat
  16. fast, shallow breathing
  17. flushed, dry skin
  18. frequent urination
  19. fruit-like breath odor
  20. general feeling of discomfort
  21. hives, itching, skin rash
  22. increased blood pressure
  23. increased hunger
  24. increased thirst
  25. increased urination
  26. increased volume of pale, dilute urine
  27. indigestion
  28. irregular heartbeat
  29. large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or genitals
  30. light-colored stools
  31. loss of appetite
  32. lower back or side pain
  33. mood changes
  34. muscle weakness
  35. nausea
  36. numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips
  37. pains in the stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back
  38. pale skin
  39. puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
  40. seizures
  41. sleepiness
  42. stomach discomfort
  43. sweating
  44. swelling of the face, fingers, or lower legs
  45. troubled breathing with exertion
  46. unexplained weight loss
  47. unusual bleeding or bruising
  48. unusual tiredness or weakness
  49. upper right abdominal or stomach pain
  50. vomiting
  51. weight gain
  52. 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. Anxiety
  2. back pain
  3. belching
  4. burning, numbness, tingling, or painful sensations
  5. discouragement
  6. feeling sad or empty
  7. headache
  8. heartburn
  9. indigestion
  10. irritability
  11. lack or loss of strength
  12. loss of interest or pleasure
  13. redistribution or accumulation of body fat
  14. stomach upset
  15. tiredness
  16. trouble concentrating
  17. trouble sleeping
  18. unsteadiness or awkwardness
  19. weakness in the arms, hands, legs, or feet

Incidence not known

  1. Hair loss or thinning of hair

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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