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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 as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
More common- Chest pain
- Heaviness, tightness, or pressure in chest and/or neck
- Pounding heartbeat
- Sensation of burning, warmth, heat, numbness, tightness, or tingling
- Shortness of breath
- Increased heartbeat
- Irregular heartbeat
- Slow heartbeat
- Dizziness
- Fainting
- Headache, severe or continuing
- Sleepiness
- Slow heartbeat
- Vomiting
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- Dizziness
- Dry mouth
- Hot flashes
- Nausea and/or vomiting
- Sleepiness
- Unusual tiredness or muscle weakness
- Agitation
- Anxiety
- Blurred vision
- Chills
- Confusion
- Constipation
- Depression
- Diarrhea
- Difficulty swallowing
- Dry eyes
- Eye irritation
- Feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
- Gas
- Headache
- Heartburn
- Heat sensitivity
- Inability to sleep
- Increased sweating
- Increased thirst
- Irritability
- Itching of the skin
- Muscle or joint stiffness, tightness, or rigidity
- Muscle pain or spasms
- Ringing or buzzing in ears
- Sudden large increase in frequency or quantity of urine
- Trembling of hands or feet
- Unusual feeling of well-being
- Warm and/or cold sensations
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.