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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:
More common- Deep, dark purple bruise, pain, or swelling at place of injection
- Bleeding of gums
- Coughing up blood
- Difficulty in breathing or swallowing
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Increased menstrual flow or vaginal bleeding
- Nosebleeds
- Paralysis
- Prolonged bleeding from cuts
- Red or dark brown urine
- Red or black, tarry stools
- Shortness of breath
- Unexplained pain, swelling, or discomfort, especially in the chest, abdomen, joints, or muscles
- Unusual bruising
- Vomiting of blood or coffee ground–like material
- Weakness
- Back pain
- Bleeding from mucous membranes
- Bluish or black discoloration, flushing, or redness of skin
- Burning, pricking, tickling, or tingling sensation
- Coughing
- Feeling faint
- Fever
- Leg weakness
- Numbness
- Problems with bowel or bladder function
- Skin rash (which may consist of pinpoint, purple-red spots), hives, or itching
- Sloughing of skin at place of injection
- Swelling of eyelids, face, or lips
- Tightness in chest or wheezing
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.
