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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Breakdown of the skin
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irritation and redness of the skin
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scabbing
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swelling of the eyelid
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swelling of the skin
Less common
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Discharge at the site of application
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sores on the skin that do not heal
Incidence not known
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Blistering, burning, crusting, dryness, or flaking of the skin
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blurred vision or other change in vision
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eye redness, irritation, or pain
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hives or welts
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itching, scaling, or severe redness of the skin
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persistent non-healing sore
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pink growth on the skin
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reddish patch or irritated area on the skin
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seeing flashes or sparks of light
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seeing floating spots before the eyes, or a veil or curtain appearing across part of the vision
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shiny bump on the skin
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skin rash, encrusted, scaly and oozing
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white, yellow, or waxy scar-like area on the 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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Darkening of the skin
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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