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
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Accumulation of blood at the site of injection
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dry, red, hot, or irritated skin
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feeling faint, dizzy, or lightheaded
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feeling of warmth or heat
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flushing or redness of the skin, especially on the face and neck
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headache
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redness, hardening of the skin, or rash at the site of injection
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swelling
Less common
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Blurred vision
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confusion
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dizziness, faintness, lightheadedness when getting up suddenly from a lying or sitting position
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sudden sweating
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unusual tiredness or weakness
Incidence not known
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Black, tarry stools
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bleeding gums
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blood in the urine or stools
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bone pain
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changes in skin color, pain, tenderness, or swelling of the foot or leg
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chest pain
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decreased urine output
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difficult or labored breathing
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dilated neck veins
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extreme tiredness or weakness
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irregular breathing
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irregular heartbeat
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itching, pain, redness, swelling, or tenderness on the skin
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paleness of the skin
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pinpoint red spots on the skin
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tightness in the chest
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troubled breathing
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unusual bleeding or bruising
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weight gain
Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
Symptoms of overdose
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Loss of consciousness
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seizure
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unusual tiredness or weakness
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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headache
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jaw pain
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nausea
Less common
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Lack or loss of strength
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loss of appetite
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stomach pain
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vomiting
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weight loss
Incidence not known
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Difficulty in moving
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dizziness
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joint pain
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muscle ache, cramp, pain, spasm, or stiffness
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pain in the arms or legs swollen joints
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: Sept. 01, 2024
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