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 immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

  1. Chills
  2. cough
  3. feeling of warmth
  4. fever
  5. hoarseness
  6. lower back or side pain
  7. painful or difficult urination
  8. redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest

Incidence not known

  1. Black, tarry stools
  2. chest pain or tightness
  3. constipation
  4. diarrhea
  5. difficulty with swallowing
  6. dizziness
  7. fast heartbeat
  8. heartburn
  9. hives, itching, or skin rash
  10. indigestion
  11. large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or genitals
  12. nausea
  13. painful blisters on the trunk of the body
  14. puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
  15. sore throat
  16. sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth
  17. stomach pain, cramps, or burns
  18. swollen glands
  19. trouble breathing
  20. unusual bleeding or bruising
  21. unusual tiredness or weakness
  22. vomiting of blood or material that looks like coffee ground

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. Vomiting

Less common

  1. Belching
  2. stomach discomfort or upset

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, 2024

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