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
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Agitation
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back pain
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blindness
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blurred vision
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burning, numbness, tingling, or painful sensations in the hands or feet
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confusion
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decreased vision
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dizziness
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drowsiness
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eye pain
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fever
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headache
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irritability
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mood or mental changes
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nausea
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seeing or hearing things that are not there
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seizures
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stiff neck or back
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unsteadiness or awkwardness
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unusual tiredness or weakness
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vomiting
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weakness in the arms, hands, legs, or feet
Incidence not known
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Black, tarry stools
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blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
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changes in skin color
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changes in speech patterns
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chest pain
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chills
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cough
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diarrhea
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fainting
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feeling of warmth
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itching
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joint or muscle pain
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lower back or side pain
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pain, tenderness, or swelling of the foot or leg
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painful or difficult urination
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pale skin
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red skin lesions, often with a purple center
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red, irritated eyes
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redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest
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shakiness and unsteady walk
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slurred speech
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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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trouble with speaking
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unsteadiness, trembling, or other problems with muscle control or coordination
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unusual bleeding or bruising
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:
Incidence not known
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Dry mouth
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hives or welts
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redness of the skin
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skin rash
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stomach discomfort
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stuffy nose
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unpleasant metallic taste
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: March 01, 2021
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