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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:
Incidence not known- Back, leg, or stomach pains
- Bleeding gums
- Chills
- Dark urine
- Difficulty breathing
- Dizziness
- Fever
- General body swelling
- Headache
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea or vomiting
- Nosebleeds
- Pain, warmth, or burning in the fingers, toes, and legs
- Pale skin
- Problems with vision or hearing
- Sore throat
- Unusual tiredness or weakness
- Yellowing of the 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:
Incidence not known- Hives or welts
- Itching
- Redness of skin
- Redness or pain at the site of injection
- Skin rash
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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