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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.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common
- Black, tarry stools- bleeding gums- body aches or pain- chest pain or discomfort- chills- cloudy urine- convulsions- cough- cracks in the skin- decreased urine output- dilated neck veins- ear congestion- extreme fatigue- fever- high blood pressure- irregular breathing- irregular heartbeat- lack or loss of strength- loss of appetite- loss of heat from the body- loss of voice- mood changes- nasal congestion- pain- painful or difficult urination- pinpoint red spots on skin- redness- runny nose- shortness of breath- sore throat- sores, ulcers, or white spots on lips or in mouth- swelling of face, fingers, feet, or lower legs- swollen glands- tightness in chest- troubled breathing- unusual bleeding or bruising- unusual tiredness or weakness- vomiting of blood or material that looks like coffee grounds- watery or bloody diarrhea- weight gain- wheezing- yellow skin
Less common
- Difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)- difficulty swallowing- fainting- stomach tenderness
Rare
- Back pain- blisters- blurred vision- coma- confusion- convulsions- decreased urine output- dizziness- drowsiness- headache- increased thirst- muscle pain or cramps- open sores- pale skin- white spots on lips or in mouth

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
- Belching- bloody nose- change in walking and balance- clumsiness or unsteadiness- excess flow of tears- hair loss- heartburn- indigestion- low blood pressure- thinning of hair- weight loss

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.


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