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:

Less common

  1. Skin rash

Rare

  1. Blurred vision, aching, burning, or swollen eyes
  2. chest pain
  3. confusion
  4. discomfort while urinating or frequent urination
  5. fever
  6. itching
  7. mental depression or other mood or mental changes
  8. ringing or buzzing in the ears
  9. seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there
  10. stomach pain
  11. swelling of the face, feet, or lower legs
  12. trouble breathing
  13. weight gain

Incidence not known

  1. Black, tarry stools
  2. blood in the urine
  3. bloody nose
  4. fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse
  5. heavier menstrual periods
  6. nervousness
  7. pinpoint red spots on the skin
  8. swelling
  9. trouble sleeping
  10. unusual bleeding or bruising
  11. 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

  1. Headache
  2. joint or muscle pain
  3. nausea or vomiting

Less common

  1. Chills
  2. constipation
  3. cough or hoarseness
  4. diarrhea
  5. dizziness
  6. increased thirst
  7. irritability
  8. loss of appetite
  9. sexual problems in males
  10. sneezing
  11. sore throat
  12. stuffy or runny nose

Incidence not known

  1. Bleeding after defecation
  2. difficulty in moving
  3. lack or loss of strength
  4. muscle aches, cramps, pains, or stiffness
  5. swollen joints
  6. uncomfortable swelling around anus

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: Aug. 01, 2024

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