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:
Less common
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Breast discomfort
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change in the color, amount, or odor of vaginal discharge
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change in the pattern of monthly periods
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cramps
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dull ache or feeling of pressure or heaviness in the legs
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heavy bleeding
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itching skin near damaged veins
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medium to heavy, irregular vaginal bleeding between regular monthly periods, which may require the use of a pad or a tampon
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swollen feet and ankles
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unusual stopping of menstrual bleeding
Rare common
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Absent, missed, or irregular menstrual periods
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blurred vision
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dizziness
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headache
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headache, severe and throbbing
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nervousness
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pounding in the ears
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slow or fast heartbeat
Incidence not known
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Bloating
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chest pain or discomfort
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chills
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clay-colored stool
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confusion
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constipation
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dark urine
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diarrhea
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difficulty breathing
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difficulty in speaking
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double vision
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fever
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inability to move the arms, legs, or facial muscles
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inability to speak
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indigestion
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itching, skin rash
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large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
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loss of appetite
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nausea
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pain in the chest, groin, or legs, especially the calves
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pain or discomfort in the arms, jaw, back, or neck
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pains in the stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back
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pelvic pain
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slow or slurred speech
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stomach pain
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sudden loss of coordination
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sudden, severe weakness or numbness in the arm or leg
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sweating
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unpleasant breath odor
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unusual tiredness or weakness
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vomiting
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vomiting of blood
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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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Acne
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depression
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increased appetite
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patchy brown or dark brown discoloration of the skin
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stomach cramps, discomfort, or pain
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swollen mouth and tongue
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unpleasant taste
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urge to have a bowel movement
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: March 01, 2024
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