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
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Blurred vision
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burning or stinging of the eye (when medicine is applied)
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feeling of something in the eye
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itching of the eye
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redness of the eye and lining of the eyelid
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sensitivity of the eyes to light
Less common
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Back, abdominal, or stomach pain
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change in vision
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coughing, shortness of breath, troubled breathing, tightness in the chest, or wheezing
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discharge from the eye
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dizziness
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eye or eyelid pain, swelling, discomfort, or irritation
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increased blood pressure
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increased frequency of urination or painful urination
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itching of the eyelid
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seeing flashes or sparks of light
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seeing floating spots before the eyes
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swelling of lining of the eyelid
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tiny bumps on lining of the eyelid
Rare
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Blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
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blood in the urine
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blue lips, fingernails, or skin
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chest pain or discomfort
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chills
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cough
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diarrhea
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difficult or troubled breathing
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fainting
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headache or weakness, severe and sudden
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irregular, fast or slow, or shallow breathing
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itching
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joint or muscle pain
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lightheadedness
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mental depression
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nausea or vomiting
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pain, numbness, tingling, or burning feeling in the hands or feet
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red, irritated eyes
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red skin lesions, often with a purple center
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shortness of breath
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skin rash
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slow or irregular heartbeat
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sore throat
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sores, ulcers, or white spots in the mouth or on the lips
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sweating
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unusual tiredness or weakness
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
Symptoms of overdose
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Confusion
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muscle cramps or pain
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numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness in the hands or feet
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seizures
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trembling
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weakness and heaviness of the legs
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
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Bitter, sour, or unusual taste
Less common
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Cold- or flu-like symptoms
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crusting or scales on eyelid
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dryness of the eyes
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indigestion or upset stomach
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sore throat
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stuffy or runny nose
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tearing of the eye
Rare
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Burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
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depression
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dry mouth
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stuffy nose
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: Sept. 01, 2024
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