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:

More common

  1. Bleeding gums
  2. bloating
  3. constipation
  4. coughing up blood
  5. difficulty in breathing or swallowing
  6. dizziness
  7. headache
  8. increased menstrual flow or vaginal bleeding
  9. nausea
  10. nosebleeds
  11. paralysis
  12. prolonged bleeding from cuts
  13. red or black, tarry stools
  14. red or dark brown urine
  15. stomach pain

Incidence not known

  1. Chest pain or tightness
  2. cough or hoarseness
  3. fast heartbeat
  4. hives, itching, skin rash
  5. lower back or side pain
  6. lower stomach pain
  7. puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
  8. sore throat
  9. unusual tiredness or weakness
  10. voice changes
  11. vomiting of blood or material that looks like coffee grounds

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, arm, or leg pain
  2. difficulty in moving
  3. dry mouth
  4. muscle pain or stiffness
  5. pain in the joints

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.