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 immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

  1. Anxiety
  2. bloating
  3. blurred vision
  4. chills
  5. cold sweats
  6. confusion
  7. constipation
  8. cool, pale skin
  9. cough
  10. darkened urine
  11. depression
  12. diarrhea
  13. difficulty swallowing
  14. dizziness
  15. fast heartbeat
  16. fever
  17. headache
  18. increased hunger
  19. indigestion
  20. large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
  21. loss of appetite
  22. nausea
  23. nervousness
  24. nightmare
  25. pain in the stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back
  26. seizures
  27. skin rash
  28. slurred speech
  29. tightness in the chest
  30. trouble breathing
  31. unusual tiredness or weakness
  32. vomiting
  33. 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

  1. Acid or sour stomach
  2. belching
  3. excess air or gas in stomach
  4. feeling pressure in the stomach
  5. heartburn
  6. passing gas
  7. stomach discomfort, swelling, tenderness, or upset

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: July 01, 2022

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