Precautions

Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®

It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits for any unwanted effects that may be caused by this medicine.

Using this medicine while you are pregnant can harm your unborn baby. Use an effective form of birth control to keep from getting pregnant during treatment. If you think you have become pregnant while using the medicine, tell your doctor right away.

This medicine may make your skin more sensitive to sunlight. Wear sunscreen. Do not use sunlamps or tanning beds. If you have a severe reaction from the sun, check with your doctor.

This medicine may cause black, tarry stools, blurred or double vision, chills, cough, diarrhea, difficulty in walking, drooping eyelids, fever, headache, jaw pain, lower back or side pain, numbness or tingling in the fingers and toes, pain in the fingers, toes, and testicles, painful or difficult urination, pale skin, sore throat, sores, ulcers, or white spots in the mouth or on the lips, swelling or inflammation of the mouth, unusual bleeding or bruising, or unusual tiredness or weakness. Check with your doctor right away if you notice any of these serious side effects.

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