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:

More common

  1. Anxiety
  2. blurred vision
  3. body aches or pain
  4. burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
  5. chills or fever
  6. cold sweats
  7. confusion
  8. dizziness
  9. fast heartbeat
  10. headache
  11. increased hunger
  12. nausea
  13. nervousness
  14. shakiness
  15. sore throat
  16. unusual tiredness or weakness

Less common

  1. Bloating
  2. pains in the stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back
  3. vomiting

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. Back pain
  2. diarrhea
  3. ear drainage
  4. earache or pain in the ear
  5. muscle pain or stiffness
  6. pain in the joints
  7. 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.