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:

Less common

  1. Fast or irregular heartbeat
  2. fever with or without chills
  3. headache
  4. nausea with or without vomiting
  5. runny nose
  6. skin rash, itching, or hives
  7. tearing of the eyes
  8. tightness in the chest
  9. trouble breathing

Get emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:

Symptoms of overdose

  1. Cold sweat
  2. confusion
  3. convulsions (seizures)
  4. diarrhea
  5. dizziness
  6. drooling
  7. hearing and vision changes
  8. nausea and vomiting
  9. pale skin
  10. stomach pain
  11. tremors
  12. 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

  1. Acid or sour stomach
  2. belching
  3. coughing
  4. heartburn
  5. indigestion
  6. mouth and throat irritation
  7. stomach discomfort, upset, or pain
  8. stuffy nose

Less common

  1. Anxiety
  2. back pain
  3. change in taste
  4. depression
  5. diarrhea
  6. dizziness
  7. feeling of burning, numbness, tightness, tingling, warmth, or heat
  8. hiccups
  9. muscle pain
  10. pain in the jaw and neck
  11. passing of gas
  12. teeth problems
  13. trouble sleeping
  14. unusual tiredness or weakness

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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