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:

Less common

  1. Black, tarry stools
  2. blistering or peeling skin
  3. bloody urine
  4. burning, dry, or itching eyes
  5. chest pain
  6. chills
  7. cough
  8. dark urine
  9. decreased frequency or amount of urine
  10. discharge or excessive tearing
  11. fever
  12. general feeling of discomfort or illness
  13. increased thirst
  14. large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or genitals
  15. light-colored stools
  16. loss of appetite
  17. lower back or side pain
  18. muscle or joint aches
  19. nausea
  20. painful or difficult urination
  21. rash with fever
  22. redness, pain, swelling of the eye, eyelid, or inner lining of the eyelid
  23. severe rash
  24. sore throat
  25. sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth
  26. swelling of the face, fingers, feet, or lower legs
  27. swollen glands
  28. trouble breathing
  29. unusual bleeding or bruising
  30. unusual tiredness or weakness
  31. upper right abdominal or stomach pain
  32. vomiting
  33. weight gain
  34. yellow eyes and skin

Incidence not known

  1. Clay-colored stools
  2. decreased appetite
  3. headache
  4. stomach pain or tenderness

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. Itching skin
  2. stomach discomfort
  3. trouble sleeping

Rare

  1. Abnormal dreams
  2. diarrhea
  3. dizziness

Incidence not known

  1. Anxiety
  2. difficulty in moving
  3. joint pain or swelling
  4. muscle cramp or stiffness

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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