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:

Less common

  1. Anxiety
  2. blurred vision
  3. chills
  4. cold sweats
  5. confusion
  6. cool, pale skin
  7. depression
  8. dizziness
  9. fast heartbeat
  10. headache
  11. increased hunger
  12. loss of consciousness
  13. mental cloudiness
  14. nausea
  15. nightmares
  16. not thinking clearly
  17. seizures
  18. shakiness
  19. slurred speech
  20. unusual tiredness or weakness

Rare

  1. Decreased appetite
  2. diarrhea
  3. fast, shallow breathing
  4. general feeling of discomfort
  5. muscle pain or cramping
  6. sleepiness
  7. stomach discomfort

Incidence not known

  1. Blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
  2. darkened urine
  3. hives or welts, itching, or skin rash
  4. large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
  5. loss of appetite
  6. pains in the stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back
  7. puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
  8. red skin lesions, often with a purple center
  9. severe joint pain
  10. sores, ulcers, or white spots in the mouth or on the lips
  11. vomiting
  12. 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:

More common

  1. Bloated or feeling of fullness
  2. excess air or gas in the stomach or intestines
  3. indigestion
  4. lack or loss of strength
  5. muscle aches
  6. passing gas
  7. sore throat
  8. stuffy or runny nose
  9. vomiting

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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See also

  1. Sitagliptin And Metformin (Oral Route)