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. Black, tarry stools
  2. chills
  3. cough
  4. fever
  5. lower back or side pain
  6. painful or difficult urination
  7. pale skin
  8. skin rash
  9. sore throat
  10. ulcers, sores, or white spots in the mouth
  11. unusual bleeding or bruising
  12. unusual tiredness or weakness

Incidence not known

  1. Blistering, peeling, loosening of the skin
  2. blood in the urine
  3. chest pain or discomfort
  4. diarrhea
  5. itching
  6. joint or muscle pain
  7. large amount of cholesterol in the blood
  8. large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or genitals
  9. nausea
  10. pain in the groin or genitals
  11. pain or discomfort in the arms, jaw, back, or neck
  12. red skin lesions, often with a purple center
  13. red, irritated eyes
  14. sharp back pain just below the ribs
  15. sweating
  16. 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:

Less common

  1. Headache
  2. stomach pain

Incidence not known

  1. Burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, "pins and needles", or tingling feelings in the mouth

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: April 01, 2024

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