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. Agitation
  2. chest pain
  3. confusion
  4. decreased urine output
  5. depression
  6. dizziness or lightheadedness
  7. fainting
  8. fast or irregular heartbeat
  9. fever
  10. hallucinations
  11. headache
  12. increased blood pressure
  13. increased thirst
  14. lethargy
  15. loss of appetite
  16. lower back or side pain
  17. muscle twitching
  18. nausea
  19. numbness or tingling in the hands or feet
  20. pale skin
  21. rapid weight gain
  22. seizures
  23. swelling of the face, ankles, or hands
  24. trouble breathing
  25. unusual bleeding or bruising
  26. unusual excitement, nervousness, or restlessness
  27. unusual tiredness or weakness
  28. vomiting
  29. weight gain

Less common

  1. Black, tarry stools
  2. bleeding gums
  3. blood in the urine or stools
  4. chest tightness
  5. pinpoint red spots on the skin

Incidence not known

  1. Anxiety
  2. chest discomfort
  3. chills
  4. cough
  5. difficult or labored breathing
  6. difficulty with swallowing
  7. pain or discomfort in the arms, jaw, back, or neck
  8. pain, redness, or swelling in the arm or leg
  9. pains in the groin or legs, especially in the calves of the legs
  10. puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
  11. severe headaches of sudden onset
  12. skin rash, hives, or itching
  13. sudden loss of coordination
  14. sudden onset of slurred speech
  15. sudden vision changes
  16. sweating

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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