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. bloody urine
  4. bone, joint, or muscle pain
  5. chest pain or tightness
  6. chills
  7. dark urine
  8. difficult or labored breathing
  9. fever
  10. general feeling of discomfort or illness
  11. hoarseness
  12. loss of appetite
  13. lower back or side pain
  14. nausea
  15. painful or difficult urination
  16. pale skin
  17. pale stools
  18. pinpoint red spots on the skin
  19. sneezing
  20. sore throat
  21. stomach pain or tenderness
  22. thickening of bronchial secretions
  23. trouble breathing
  24. ulcers, sores, or white spots in the mouth
  25. unusual bleeding or bruising
  26. unusual tiredness or weakness
  27. vomiting
  28. yellow eyes or skin

Less common

  1. Swelling of the feet or lower legs

Incidence not known

  1. Muscle cramps, spasms, or stiffness
  2. pain, discomfort, itching, redness, or swelling at the injection site

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. Burning, numbness, tingling, or painful sensations
  2. change in or loss of taste
  3. constipation
  4. diarrhea
  5. headache
  6. unsteadiness or awkwardness

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: May 01, 2024

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