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 immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
Rare
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Convulsions
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dizziness and fainting
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fast, slow, or irregular heartbeat
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flushing or reddening of the skin
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increased sensitivity to sunlight
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itching, pain, redness, swelling, or watering of the eye or eyelid
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joint pain
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severe skin rash or hives
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shortness of breath or troubled breathing
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swelling or puffiness of the face
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swollen glands or tightness in the throat
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tightness in the chest or wheezing
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
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Change in hearing
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cough
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cough producing mucus
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diarrhea
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dizziness
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ear drainage
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ear, nose, and throat infections
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earache
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fever or chills
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headache
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nasal signs and symptoms
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nausea
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pain and pressure over cheeks
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pain in the ear
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shortness of breath
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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: Feb. 01, 2023