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 as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

  1. Back pain
  2. fever
  3. headache
  4. nausea
  5. neck pain or rigidity
  6. sleepiness
  7. vomiting
  8. weakness

Less common

  1. Black, tarry stools
  2. blood in urine or stools
  3. chills
  4. cough or hoarseness
  5. lower back or side pain
  6. painful or difficult urination
  7. pinpoint red spots on skin
  8. sore throat
  9. swelling of fingers, hands, arms, lower legs, or feet
  10. unusual bleeding or bruising

Rare

  1. Fast or irregular breathing
  2. puffiness or swelling around the face
  3. shortness of breath
  4. sudden, severe decrease in blood pressure
  5. unusual tiredness

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:

Less common

  1. Constipation
  2. urinary incontinence

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: Feb. 01, 2023

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