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 or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

  1. Black, tarry stools
  2. bleeding gums
  3. blood in the urine or stools
  4. blurred vision
  5. chest pain
  6. chills
  7. cough or hoarseness
  8. dizziness
  9. fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse
  10. fever
  11. headache
  12. lower back or side pain
  13. nervousness
  14. painful or difficult urination
  15. pale skin
  16. pinpoint red spots on the skin
  17. pounding in the ears
  18. seizures
  19. slow or fast heartbeat
  20. sore throat
  21. sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth
  22. swollen glands
  23. trouble breathing
  24. unusual bleeding or bruising
  25. unusual tiredness or weakness

Incidence not known

  1. Chest tightness
  2. difficulty swallowing
  3. hives, itching, or skin rash
  4. puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue

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. Back pain
  2. bloody nose
  3. constipation
  4. cracked lips
  5. darkening of the skin
  6. decreased appetite
  7. diarrhea
  8. fear
  9. flushing
  10. irritation or soreness of the mouth
  11. loss or thinning of the hair
  12. nausea
  13. stomach pain
  14. swelling or inflammation of the mouth
  15. vomiting

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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