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:

More common

  1. Black, tarry stools
  2. bleeding gums
  3. blood in the urine or stools
  4. blurred vision
  5. chills
  6. coughing up blood
  7. dizziness
  8. fever
  9. headache
  10. hoarseness
  11. increased menstrual flow or vaginal bleeding
  12. lower back or side pain
  13. nosebleeds
  14. painful or difficult urination
  15. pale skin
  16. paralysis
  17. pinpoint red spots on the skin
  18. pounding in the ears
  19. prolonged bleeding from cuts
  20. red or dark brown urine
  21. slow or fast heartbeat
  22. sore throat
  23. trouble breathing
  24. ulcers, sores, or white spots in the mouth
  25. unusual bleeding or bruising
  26. unusual tiredness or weakness

Less common

  1. Bladder pain
  2. bloody or cloudy urine
  3. frequent urge to urinate
  4. muscle aches
  5. stuffy or runny nose

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. Change in taste
  2. decreased appetite
  3. diarrhea
  4. hair loss or thinning of the hair
  5. lack or loss of strength
  6. loss of taste
  7. muscle or bone pain
  8. nausea
  9. stomach pain
  10. swelling or inflammation of the mouth
  11. vomiting

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.