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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
- Cough or hoarseness, accompanied by fever or chills- fever or chills- lower back or side pain, accompanied by fever or chills- painful or difficult urination, accompanied by fever or chills- redness, increased warmth, pain, or discoloration of vein at place of injection - sore throat, accompanied by fever or chills
Less common
- Chest pain- shortness of breath- sores in mouth and on lips
Rare
- Black, tarry stools- bloating - blood in urine or stools- chills- darkened urine- fast heartbeat- fever- indigestion- loss of appetite- nausea- painful urination- pains in stomach- pinpoint red spots on skin- skin rash - unusual bleeding or bruising- vomiting- yellow eyes or skin

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

More common
- Loss of strength and energy- unusual tiredness or weakness
Less common
- Numbness or tingling in fingers and toes
Symptoms of overdose
- Chest pain- cough or hoarseness, accompanied by fever or chills- fever or chills- heartburn- lower back or side pain, accompanied by fever or chills- mild abdominal pain and constipation- numbness or tingling in fingers and toes- painful or difficult urination, accompanied by fever or chills- sore throat, accompanied by fever or chills- unusual bleeding or bruising- unusual tiredness or weakness- vomiting

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
- Constipation- loss of appetite- nausea and vomiting
Less common
- Diarrhea- jaw pain- joint or muscle pain

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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