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
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Aggression or anger
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anxiety
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clumsiness or unsteadiness
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deep or fast breathing with dizziness
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dry mouth
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irregular heartbeat
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irritability
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numbness of the feet, hands, and around the mouth
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restlessness
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shakiness
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sleepiness or unusual drowsiness
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trouble sleeping
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unsteadiness, trembling, or other problems with muscle control or coordination
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unsteady walk
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unusual tiredness or weakness
Less common
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Abnormal or decreased touch sensation
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burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
Incidence not known
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Changes in behavior
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depression
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thoughts of killing oneself
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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Dizziness or lightheadedness
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feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
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headache
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nausea
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sensation of spinning
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stomach pain
Less common
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Back pain
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bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
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blurred vision
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body aches or pain
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bone pain
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changes in speech patterns
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chills
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confusion
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cough
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decreased urine output
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difficulty having a bowel movement
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difficulty with moving
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double vision
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ear congestion
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fast or irregular heartbeat
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fever
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increased thirst
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lack or loss of strength
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loss of voice
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muscle pain, cramps, or stiffness
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nasal congestion
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pain in the arms, joints, or legs
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runny nose
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slurred speech
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sneezing
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sore throat
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trouble remembering
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trouble with speaking
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unusual weight gain or loss
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unusually deep sleep
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vomiting
Incidence not known
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Unusual drowsiness, dullness, tiredness, weakness, or feeling of sluggishness
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: Sept. 01, 2024
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