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:
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Absent, missed, or irregular menstrual periods
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backache
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belching
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bleeding between periods
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blurred vision
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breast tenderness, pain, enlargement, or secretion
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change in the amount of bleeding during periods
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change in the pattern of monthly periods
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changes in skin color, pain, tenderness, swelling of the foot or leg
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chest pain or discomfort
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chills
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clay-colored stools
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clear or bloody discharge from the nipple
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cough
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dark urine
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diarrhea
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difficulty swallowing
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dimpling of the breast skin
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dizziness
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dull ache or feeling of pressure or heaviness in the legs
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fast heartbeat
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fever
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full or bloated feeling or pressure in the stomach
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headache
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headache, severe and throbbing
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heartburn
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hives
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inability to speak
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indigestion
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inverted nipple
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itching of the vagina or genital area
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itching skin near damaged veins
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light vaginal bleeding between periods and after intercourse
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loss of appetite
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lump in the breast or under the arm
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nausea and vomiting
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nervousness
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pain during sexual intercourse
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pain or discomfort in the arms, jaw, back or neck
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persistent crusting or scaling of the nipple
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pounding in the ears puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
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redness or swelling of the breast
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seizures
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severe or sudden headache
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slow or fast heartbeat
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slurred speech
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sore on the skin of the breast that does not heal
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stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
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stopping of menstrual bleeding
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sweating
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swelling, pain, or tenderness in the upper abdominal area
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swollen feet and ankles
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temporary blindness
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thick, white vaginal discharge with no odor or with a mild odor
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tightness in the chest
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twitching, uncontrolled movements of the tongue, lips, face, arms, or legs
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unpleasant breath odor
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unusual stopping of menstrual bleeding
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unusual tiredness or weakness
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vomiting of blood
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weakness in the arm or leg on one side of the body, sudden and severe
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yellow eyes or skin
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:
Incidence not known
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Acne
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changes in weight or appetite
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decreased interest in sexual intercourse
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inability to have or keep an erection
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increased hair growth, especially on the face
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intolerance to contact lenses
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loss in sexual ability, desire, drive, or performance
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loss of hair on the scalp
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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