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 immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Incidence not known

  1. Severe constipation
  2. severe 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

  1. Bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
  2. decreased appetite
  3. discouragement
  4. excess air or gas in the stomach or intestines
  5. feeling sad or empty
  6. fever
  7. full feeling
  8. headache
  9. irritability
  10. lack of appetite
  11. loss of interest or pleasure
  12. nausea
  13. passing gas
  14. rapid weight gain
  15. tingling of the hands or feet
  16. tiredness
  17. trouble concentrating
  18. trouble sleeping
  19. unusual weight gain or 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: May 01, 2024

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