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 or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common
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Blurred or decreased vision
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chest pain
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difficult or labored breathing
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dizziness
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headache
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hernia of the naval
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nervousness
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pounding in the ears
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slow or fast heartbeat
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swelling of the face
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tightness in the chest
Incidence not known
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Back pain
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bluish lips or skin
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confusion
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cough
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dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
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fever, chills, or sweating
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hives or welts
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joint pain
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large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
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loss of bladder control
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loss of bowel control
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nausea or vomiting
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paralysis of the limbs
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stomach pain
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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Diarrhea
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ear pain
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loss of appetite
Less common
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Body aches or pain
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burning, dry, or itching eyes
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congestion
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dryness or soreness of the throat
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excessive tearing
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loss of or increase in reflexes
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runny or stuffy nose
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tender, swollen glands in the neck
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trouble with swallowing
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unusual tiredness or weakness
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voice changes
Incidence not known
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Difficulty with moving
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loss of voice
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muscle pain or stiffness
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sneezing
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: Feb. 01, 2024
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