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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.
Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
- Fast heartbeat- increased blood pressureLess common
- Chest pain- fever- joint pain- skin rash or hivesRare
- Black, tarry stools- blistering, burning, itching, peeling, skin rash, redness, or other signs of irritation at site of patch- blood in urine or stools- blurred vision or other changes in vision- convulsions- crusting, dryness, or flaking of skin- muscle cramps- pinpoint red spots on the skin- scaling, severe redness, soreness, or swelling of the skin- uncontrolled vocal outbursts and/or tics (uncontrolled and repeated body movements)- unusual bleeding or bruisingIncidence unknown
- Confusion- cracks in the skin- delusions (false beliefs)- depersonalization (feeling like surroundings are not real)- depression (severe)- hallucinations (seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there)- hives or welts- loss of heat from the body- mood changes- numbness of hands- painful or difficult urination- pale skin- red, irritated eyes- red, swollen, or scaly skin- severe or sudden headache- shortness of breath- sore throat- sores, ulcers, or white spots on the lips or in the mouth- sudden loss of coordination- sudden slurring of speech- swollen glands- troubled breathing with exertion- unusual behavior- unusual tiredness or weakness- weight loss- yellow skin or eyesGet emergency help immediately if any of the following symptoms of overdose occur:
Symptoms of overdose
- Agitation- confusion (severe)- convulsions- dryness of mouth or mucous membranes- false sense of well-being- fast, pounding, or irregular heartbeat- fever- flushing- hallucinations (seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there)- headache (severe)- increased blood pressure- increased sweating- large pupils- muscle twitching- overactive reflexes- sweating- trembling or shaking- vomitingSome 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
- Blisters under the skin- flushing or redness of skin- loss of appetite- nervousness- sleeplessness- small, rounded bumps rising from the skin- stuffy nose- swelling at the site of patch application- trouble with sleeping- unable to sleep- unusually warm skinLess common
- Anger- dizziness- drowsiness- fear- headache- irritability- muscle aches- nausea- nervousness- runny nose- scalp hair loss- stomach pain- talking, feeling, and acting with excitementOther 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
