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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Black, tarry stools
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bleeding gums
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bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
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blood in the urine or stools
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chest pain
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chills
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cough
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fever
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lower back or side pain
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painful or difficult urination
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pale skin
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pinpoint red spots on the skin
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rapid weight gain
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sore throat
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sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth
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swollen glands
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tingling of the hands or feet
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troubled breathing with exertion
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unusual bleeding or bruising
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unusual tiredness or weakness
Less common
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Confusion
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decreased frequency or amount of urine
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dizziness
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dry mouth
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fainting
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high fever
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hoarseness
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increase in heart rate
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increased blood pressure
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increased thirst
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lightheadedness
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loss of appetite
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nausea
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rapid breathing
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sunken eyes
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thirst
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vomiting
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weight gain
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wrinkled 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
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Diarrhea
Less common
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Redness, pain, and swelling 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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