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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.

Stop taking this medicine and get emergency help immediately if any of the following effects occur:

Rare
  • Abdominal or stomach pain or cramping (severe)
  • Black, tarry stools
  • Vomiting (severe), sometimes with blood

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

  • Confusion
  • Convulsions (seizures)
  • Dizziness
  • High blood pressure
  • Irregular or fast heartbeat
  • Irritability
  • Mood or mental changes
  • Muscle pain or twitching
  • Nervousness or restlessness
  • Numbness or tingling in hands, feet, or lips
  • Shortness of breath, difficult breathing, or slow breathing
  • Swelling of feet or lower legs
  • Unexplained anxiety
  • Unpleasant taste
  • Unusual tiredness or weakness
  • Weakness or heaviness of legs

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:

Less common
  • Abdominal or stomach soreness or pain (mild)
  • Diarrhea or loose bowel movements
  • Nausea or 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.

Precautions
DR602271 Portions of this document last updated: Nov. 1, 2011

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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