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 or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
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Back pain
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bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
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blurred vision
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body aches or pain
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chest tightness
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chills
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confusion
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cough
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difficulty with breathing
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dizziness
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dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
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ear congestion
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fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse
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feeling of warmth
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fever
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headache
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hives, itching, or skin rash
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loss of voice
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nausea
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pain, redness, swelling, tenderness, or warmth on the skin
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rapid weight gain
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redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest
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runny or stuffy nose
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sneezing
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sore throat
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sweating
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tingling of the hands or feet
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unusual tiredness or weakness
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unusual weight gain or loss
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vomiting
Less common
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Burning or stinging of the skin
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painful blisters on the trunk of the body
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painful cold sores or blisters on the lips, nose, eyes, or genitals
Incidence not known
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Eye pain or redness
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mental changes
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stiff neck
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
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Diarrhea
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discouragement
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feeling sad or empty
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irritability
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lack of appetite
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loss of interest or pleasure
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trouble concentrating
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trouble sleeping
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: Aug. 01, 2024
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