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. Blurred vision
  2. discoloration of the white part of the eye
  3. eye irritation or redness

Less common

  1. Decreased vision
  2. eye pain
  3. eyes sensitive to light
  4. red, sore eyes

Rare

  1. Burning, dry, or itching eyes
  2. discharge or excessive tearing
  3. hives or welts
  4. redness, pain, or swelling of the eye, eyelid, or inner lining of the eyelid
  5. skin rash

Incidence not known

  1. Chest pain, discomfort, or tightness
  2. constricted, pinpoint, or small pupils (black part of the eye)
  3. fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse
  4. fever
  5. hoarseness
  6. irritation
  7. itching
  8. joint pain, stiffness, or swelling
  9. lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
  10. redness of the skin
  11. slow or irregular heartbeat
  12. swelling of the eyelids, face, lips, hands, or feet
  13. tearing
  14. throbbing pain
  15. trouble breathing or swallowing
  16. unusual tiredness

Incidence not known

  1. Blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
  2. chills
  3. cough
  4. diarrhea
  5. muscle pain
  6. red irritated eyes
  7. red skin lesions, often with a purple center
  8. sore throat
  9. sores, ulcers, or white spots in the mouth or on the lips

Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:

Symptoms of overdose

  1. Confusion
  2. dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
  3. muscle cramps or pain
  4. numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness in the hands or feet
  5. seizures
  6. sweating
  7. trembling
  8. weakness and heaviness of the legs

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. Burning and stinging sensation
  2. change in color vision
  3. change in taste
  4. difficulty seeing at night
  5. drowsiness
  6. feeling of having something in the eye
  7. headache
  8. increase in blood flow to the whites of the eyes
  9. increased sensitivity of the eyes to sunlight
  10. lack or loss of strength
  11. loss of taste
  12. paleness of the eye or inner lining of the eyelid
  13. redness and tiny bumps on the lining of the eyelid

Less common

  1. Dry eyes
  2. dry mouth
  3. muscle pain
  4. sneezing
  5. stuffy or runny nose
  6. trouble sleeping

Rare

  1. Acid or sour stomach
  2. belching
  3. body aches or pain
  4. cough
  5. crusting in the corner of the eye
  6. double vision
  7. dryness or soreness of the throat
  8. excessive muscle tone
  9. hair loss or thinning of the hair
  10. heartburn
  11. hoarseness
  12. indigestion
  13. muscle stiffness, tension, or tightness
  14. nausea
  15. stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
  16. tender, swollen glands in the neck
  17. voice changes

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: June 01, 2024

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