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:

Incidence not known

  1. Anxiety
  2. bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
  3. blurred vision
  4. chest tightness
  5. chills
  6. cold sweats
  7. coma
  8. confusion
  9. cool, pale skin
  10. cough
  11. decreased urine
  12. depression
  13. difficulty swallowing
  14. dizziness
  15. dry mouth
  16. fast heartbeat
  17. headache
  18. hives, itching, or rash
  19. increased hunger
  20. increased thirst
  21. irregular heartbeat
  22. loss of appetite
  23. muscle pain or cramps
  24. nausea or vomiting
  25. nightmares
  26. numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips
  27. puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
  28. rapid weight gain
  29. seizures
  30. shakiness
  31. slurred speech
  32. tingling of the hands or feet
  33. unusual tiredness or weakness
  34. unusual weight gain or loss

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:

Incidence not known

  1. Redness, swelling, or itching skin at the injection site
  2. weight gain

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.