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

  1. Blurred vision
  2. dizziness
  3. fainting
  4. fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse
  5. fever
  6. headache
  7. hives, itching, skin rash
  8. hoarseness
  9. irritation
  10. itching of the vagina or genitals
  11. joint pain, stiffness, or swelling
  12. nervousness
  13. pale skin
  14. pounding in the ears
  15. redness of the skin
  16. sore mouth or tongue
  17. stomach pain
  18. swelling of the eyelids, face, lips, hands, or feet
  19. thick, white vaginal discharge with mild or no odor
  20. tightness in the chest
  21. troubled breathing or swallowing
  22. troubled breathing with exertion
  23. unusual bleeding or bruising
  24. unusual tiredness or weakness
  25. white patches in the mouth or on the tongue

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. Chills
  2. dry, red, hot, or irritated skin
  3. nausea
  4. vomiting

Less common

  1. Belching
  2. change or loss in taste
  3. constipation
  4. diarrhea
  5. feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
  6. heartburn
  7. increased sweating
  8. indigestion
  9. mouth or throat pain
  10. sensation of spinning
  11. stomach discomfort or upset
  12. trouble sleeping
  13. unusual drowsiness, dullness, or feeling of sluggishness

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.