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:
Rare
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Blurred vision
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confusion
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decreased urination
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diarrhea
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difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)
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dizziness
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dry mouth
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fainting
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fast heartbeat
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fever
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inability to speak
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irritability
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itching, pain, redness, swelling, tenderness, or warmth on the skin
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lightheadedness
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loss of appetite
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muscle twitching
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nausea
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rapid breathing
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restlessness
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seizures
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severe or sudden headache
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slurred speech
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stomach pain
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sunken eyes
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swelling of the feet or lower legs
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temporary blindness
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thirst
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unusual tiredness or weakness
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weakness
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weakness in the arm and/or leg on one side of the body, sudden and severe
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wrinkled skin
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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bluish lips or skin
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chest tightness
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collapse or shock-like state
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cough
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difficulty swallowing
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hives
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large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or sex organs
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pinpoint red spots on the skin
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puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes, face, lips, or tongue
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skin rash
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slow breathing
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swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in neck, armpit, or groin
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unusual bleeding or bruising
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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Loss of appetite
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pain, redness, or swelling at the injection site
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sleepiness
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: May 01, 2024
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