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:
Incidence not known
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Burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings
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confusion
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cough
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difficulty with moving
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difficulty with swallowing
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fast heartbeat
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feeling of discomfort
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irritability
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lack or loss of strength
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muscle pain, stiffness, or weakness
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paralysis or severe weakness of the legs
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puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
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rash
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seizures
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skin rash, hives, or redness
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stiffness of arms, legs, or neck
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swelling of the joints
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swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in the neck, armpit, or groin
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tightness in the chest
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unusual tiredness
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vomiting
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
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Chills
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dizziness
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fever
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general feeling of discomfort or illness
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headache
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itching, pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site
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muscle or joint aches
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nausea
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stomach pain
Incidence not known
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Bruising at the injection site
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diarrhea
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: Oct. 01, 2024
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