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 or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

  1. Chest discomfort or pain
  2. difficulty breathing
  3. dizziness
  4. faintness
  5. fast irregular or pounding heartbeat
  6. swelling of the feet or lower legs
  7. unusual tiredness or weakness

Less common

  1. Dark-colored urine
  2. fever
  3. muscle cramps or spasms
  4. muscle pain or stiffness

Rare

  1. Abdominal or stomach pain or tenderness
  2. clay colored stools
  3. decreased appetite
  4. headache
  5. itching or skin rash
  6. loss of appetite
  7. nausea and vomiting
  8. swelling of the feet or lower legs
  9. yellow eyes or skin

Incidence not known

  1. Black, tarry stools
  2. chills
  3. cough
  4. difficulty with swallowing
  5. hives
  6. lower back or side pain
  7. painful or difficult urination
  8. pale skin
  9. puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
  10. sore throat
  11. tightness in the chest
  12. ulcers, sores, or white spots in the mouth
  13. unusual bleeding or bruising

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. Diarrhea
  2. difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)
  3. decreased appetite
  4. headache
  5. trouble sleeping

Incidence not known

  1. Pain at the injection site

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: Feb. 01, 2024

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