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Side Effects

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:

• Chest pain
• Confusion
• Fast or pounding heartbeat
• Fever
• Incoordination
• Mental depression
• Muscle weakness
• Numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness in the hands or feet
• Skin rash or hives
• Sore throat
• Stiffness of the arms or legs
• Uncontrolled movements of the body

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

• Dizziness or lightheadedness especially when getting up from a sitting or lying position suddenly
• Drowsiness (severe)
• Loss of consciousness
• Nausea or vomiting
• Stomach upset
• Very small pupils of the eyes

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:

• Restlessness, nervousness, or unusual excitement

• Blurred vision
• Clamminess or sweating
• Decreased concentration
• Diarrhea
• Drowsiness
• Dryness of the mouth
• Muscle pain, spasms, cramps, or stiffness
• Ringing in the ears
• Trouble with sleeping, nightmares, or vivid dreams
• 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.

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