Side Effects
Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®
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
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Blistering, burning, crusting, dryness, or flaking of the skin
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burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
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difficult or labored breathing
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fast, irregular, pounding, or racing heartbeat or pulse
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fever
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frequent urination
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headache, severe and throbbing
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increased volume of pale, dilute urine
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itching, scaling, severe redness, soreness, or swelling of the skin
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rash
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shakiness in the legs, arms, hands, or feet
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tightness in the chest
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trembling or shaking of the hands or feet
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trouble breathing
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
Symptoms of overdose
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Anxiety
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blurred vision
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chest pain or discomfort
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confusion about identity, place, and time
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diarrhea
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dry mouth
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headache
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hyperventilation
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irritability
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lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
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nausea
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pounding in the ears
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restlessness
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seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there
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slow heartbeat
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trouble sleeping
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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:
Less common
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Acid or sour stomach
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belching
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chills
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cough
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difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)
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discouragement
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feeling sad or empty
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general feeling of discomfort or illness
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heartburn
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indigestion
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joint pain
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loss of appetite
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loss of interest or pleasure
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mood or mental changes
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muscle aches and pains
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runny nose
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shivering
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sore throat
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stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
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sweating
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thirst
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tiredness
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trouble concentrating
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vomiting
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weight loss
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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