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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Eye pain or stinging
Less common
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Decreased vision
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painful irritation of the clear front part of the eye
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swelling or redness of the eye and the lining of the eyelid
Incidence not known
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Arm, back, or jaw pain
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blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
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blurred vision or other change in vision
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burning, dry, or itching eyes
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chest pain or discomfort
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chest tightness or heaviness
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chills
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cough
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diarrhea
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difficulty breathing
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discharge, excessive tearing
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fast, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse
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itching
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joint or muscle pain
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noisy breathing
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red skin lesions, often with a purple center
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sensitivity of the eye to light
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sore throat
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sores, ulcers, or white spots in the mouth or on the lips
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tearing
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unusual tiredness or weakness
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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Drainage from the eyes
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longer and thicker eyelashes
Less common
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Eyelash discoloration
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feeling of having something in the eye
Incidence not known
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Darkening of the eyelid skin color
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dizziness
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headache
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: Feb. 01, 2024
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