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

  1. Back pain
  2. black, tarry stools
  3. bleeding gums
  4. blood in the urine or stools
  5. blurred vision
  6. chest pain
  7. confusion
  8. cough or hoarseness
  9. dizziness
  10. dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
  11. drowsiness
  12. fever or chills
  13. headache
  14. joint pain, stiffness, or swelling
  15. large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or genitals
  16. lower back, side, or stomach pain
  17. nervousness
  18. painful or difficult urination
  19. pinpoint red spots on the skin
  20. pounding in the ears
  21. seizures
  22. slow or fast heartbeat
  23. sore throat
  24. sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth
  25. sweating
  26. swelling of the feet or lower legs
  27. swollen glands
  28. trouble breathing
  29. unusual bleeding or bruising
  30. unusual tiredness or weakness
  31. yellow skin or eyes

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. Feeling of warmth
  2. hives or welts, itching skin, or rash
  3. lack or loss of strength
  4. pain or tenderness around the eyes and cheekbones
  5. redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest
  6. stuffy or runny nose

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: April 01, 2024

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