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 or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common
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Blurred vision
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confusion
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dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
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unusual tiredness or weakness
Incidence not known
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Agitation
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black, tarry stools
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blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
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bloating
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bluish color of the fingernails, lips, skin, palms, or nail beds
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changes in skin color, pain, tenderness, or swelling of the foot or leg
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chills
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constipation
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cough
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darkened urine
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decreased urine output
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depressed mood
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diarrhea
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difficulty swallowing
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discouragement
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drowsiness
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dry skin and hair
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feeling sad or empty
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hair loss
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headache
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hoarseness or husky voice
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hives, itching, skin rash
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indigestion
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irritability
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joint or muscle pain
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lack of appetite
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large, hive-like swelling on face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
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loss of consciousness
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loss of interest or pleasure
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lower back or side pain
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mood or mental changes
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muscle twitching, cramps, and stiffness
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nervousness
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painful or difficult urination
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pains in the stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back
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puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
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rapid weight gain
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red, irritated eyes
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red skin lesions, often with a purple center
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seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there
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sensitivity to heat
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slowed 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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stiff neck
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swollen glands
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throat irritation or tightness
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trouble concentrating
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trouble sleeping
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unusual drowsiness, dullness, or feeling of sluggishness
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weight loss
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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:
Less common
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Bad, unusual, or unpleasant (after) taste
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change in taste
Rare
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Anxiety
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belching
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cold sweats
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dry mouth
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heartburn
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increased hunger
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indigestion
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nightmares
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redness of the skin
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shakiness
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sleepiness or unusual drowsiness
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slurred speech
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sneezing
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stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
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stuffy or runny nose
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uncontrolled eye movements
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: Aug. 01, 2024
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