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- The proper way to use
- Precautions to keep in mind
- Common known side effects
Common known 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.
Because of the way these medicines act on the body, there is a chance that they might cause other unwanted effects that would not occur until months or years after the medicine is used. These may include certain types of cancer, such as leukemia or bladder cancer. Discuss these possible effects with your doctor.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
- Black, tarry stools- blurred or double vision- chest pain- chills- cough- fever- loss of taste- lower back or side pain- painful or difficult urination- pale skin- shortness of breath- sneezing- sore mouth or tongue- sore throat- tightness in chest- troubled breathing with exertion- ulcers, sores, or white spots in mouth- unusual bleeding or bruising- unusual tiredness or weakness- wheezing- white patches in mouth and/or on tongueLess common
- Abnormal electrocardiogram (ECG)- anxiety- bleeding- bleeding gums- blood in urine or stools- burning, tingling, numbness or pain in the hands, arms, feet, or legs- confusion- difficulty with breathing- difficulty with swallowing- dizziness or lightheadedness- dizziness, faintness, or lightheadedness when getting up from a lying or sitting position suddenly- fainting- fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat or pulse- low blood pressure or slow pulse- pain in chest, groin, or legs, especially the calves- painful or difficult urination- palpitations- pinpoint red spots on skin- sensation of pins and needles- severe, sudden headache- skin itching, rash, or redness- slow or irregular heartbeat- slurred speech- stabbing pain- sudden loss of coordination- sudden, severe weakness or numbness in arms or legs- sudden, unexplained shortness of breath- sweating- swelling of face, throat, or tongue- tenderness, pain, swelling, warmth, skin discoloration, and prominent superficial veins over the affected area- unconsciousness- vision changesRare
- Difficulty with speaking- headache- inability to move arms, legs, or facial muscles- inability to speak- numbness or tingling in face, arms, or legs- severe pain in chest- slow speech- sudden onset of severe breathing problems- trouble speaking, thinking, or walkingSome 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
- Cracked lips- diarrhea- difficulty with moving- lack or loss of strength- loss of hair- muscle pain or stiffness- nausea- pain in joints- swelling- vomitingLess common
- Bleeding, blistering, burning, coldness, discoloration of skin, feeling of pressure, hives, infection, inflammation, itching, lumps, numbness, pain, rash, redness, scarring, soreness, stinging, swelling, tenderness, tingling, ulceration, or warmth at the site of injectionRare
- Nail changesObserved during clinical trials
- Disturbed color perception with your eyes- halos around lights- loss of vision- night blindness- overbright appearance of lights- tunnel visionOther side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
- The proper way to use
- Precautions to keep in mind
- Common known side effects
