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. Twitching, twisting, uncontrolled repetitive movements of the tongue, lips, face, arms, or legs

Less common

  1. Blurred vision
  2. confusion
  3. dizziness, fainting, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
  4. headache
  5. nervousness
  6. pounding in the ears
  7. seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there
  8. slow or fast heartbeat
  9. sweating
  10. unusual tiredness or weakness

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. Constipation

Less common

  1. Dry mouth
  2. trouble sleeping
  3. 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.