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 immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

Incidence not known

  1. Burning, dry, or itching eyes
  2. chest tightness
  3. discharge, excessive tearing
  4. fast heartbeat
  5. hives, itching, skin rash
  6. hoarseness
  7. irritation
  8. joint pain, stiffness, or swelling
  9. lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting
  10. redness, pain, swelling of the eye, eyelid, or inner lining of the eyelid
  11. redness of the skin
  12. swelling of the eyelids, face, lips, mouth, tongue, hands, or feet
  13. trouble breathing

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:

Less common

  1. Back pain
  2. body aches or pain
  3. cough
  4. difficulty in moving
  5. dryness or soreness of the throat
  6. fever
  7. muscle pain or stiffness
  8. redness, pain, or itching at the injection site
  9. stuffy or runny nose
  10. tender, swollen glands in the neck
  11. trouble swallowing
  12. voice changes

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.