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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 or nurse immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

• Diarrhea
• Fever
• Nausea and vomiting
• Pain or cramping in the abdomen or stomach

• Confusion
• Decreased urination
• Dizziness
• Dry mouth
• Fainting
• Increase in heart rate
• Lightheadedness
• Loss of appetite
• Rapid breathing
• Sunken eyes
• Thirst
• Unusual tiredness or weakness
• Wrinkled skin

• Black, tarry stools
• Blood in the urine
• Bloody nose
• Heavier menstrual periods
• Pinpoint red spots on the skin
• Red eyes
• Red mouth
• Skin rash
• Swollen glands
• Swollen hands and feet
• Unusual bleeding or bruising

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:

• Cough
• Crying, fussiness, or irritability
• Runny nose

• Bloated
• Excess air or gas in the stomach or intestines
• Full feeling
• Passing gas

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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