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. Black, tarry stools
  2. chest pain
  3. chills
  4. cough
  5. fever
  6. painful or difficult urination
  7. shortness of breath
  8. sore throat
  9. sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth
  10. swollen glands
  11. unusual bleeding or bruising
  12. 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. Diarrhea

Less common

  1. Abdominal or stomach pain
  2. acid or sour stomach
  3. belching
  4. bloated
  5. cramps
  6. difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)
  7. excess air or gas in the stomach or intestines
  8. full feeling
  9. heartburn
  10. indigestion
  11. loss of appetite
  12. nausea and vomiting
  13. pain in the chest below the breastbone
  14. pain or discomfort in chest, upper stomach, or throat
  15. passing gas
  16. stomach discomfort or upset
  17. 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.

Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 01, 2023