Side Effects
Drug information provided by: Merative, Micromedex®
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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Chest pain
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fever
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headache
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increased blood pressure
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swelling of the face, fingers, ankles, feet, or lower legs
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weight gain
Less common
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Anxiety
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blurred vision
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change in skin color
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change in vision
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cough
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dizziness or lightheadedness
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double vision
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fainting
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fast heartbeat
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migraine headache
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nausea
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pain or discomfort in the arms, jaw, back, or neck
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pain, tenderness, or swelling of the foot or leg
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pain in the chest, groin, or legs, especially calves of the legs
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pale skin
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partial or complete loss of vision in the eye
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seizures
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severe headache of sudden onset
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skin rash or hives
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slurred speech
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sore throat
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sudden and severe inability to speak
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sudden loss of coordination
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sweating
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temporary blindness
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tenderness, pain, swelling, warmth, or skin discoloration at the injection site
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unusual bleeding or bruising
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unusual tiredness or weakness
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vision problems
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vomiting
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weakness in the arm or leg on one side of the body, sudden and severe
Incidence not known
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Blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
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chills
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diarrhea
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itching
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joint or muscle pain
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red, irritated eyes
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red skin lesions, often with a purple center
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sore throat
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sores, ulcers, or white spots in the mouth or on the lips
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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Bone or joint pain
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constipation
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general feeling of tiredness or weakness
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heartburn or belching
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itching or stinging at the injection site
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loss of strength or energy
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muscle aches or weakness
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shivering
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skin pain
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stomach discomfort, upset, pain, or swelling
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weight loss
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: June 01, 2024
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