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. Chills
  2. cough
  3. fever
  4. hoarseness
  5. lower back or side pain
  6. painful or difficult urination

Incidence not known

  1. Black, tarry stools
  2. chest tightness
  3. constipation
  4. dark urine
  5. diarrhea
  6. difficulty swallowing
  7. dizziness
  8. fast heartbeat
  9. heartburn
  10. hives, itching, skin rash
  11. indigestion
  12. large, hive-like swelling on the face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, or genitals
  13. loss of appetite
  14. nausea
  15. painful blisters on trunk of body
  16. right upper stomach tenderness
  17. stomach pain, cramps, or burns
  18. trouble breathing
  19. unusual tiredness or weakness
  20. vomiting of blood or material that looks like coffee grounds
  21. weight loss
  22. yellow eyes or 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

  1. Feeling of warmth
  2. redness of the face, neck, arms, and occasionally, upper chest
  3. vomiting

Less common

  1. Belching
  2. stomach discomfort or upset

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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