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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:
Less common
- Fainting- feeling faint, dizzy, or light-headed- feeling of warmth or heat- flushing or redness of skin, especially on face and neck- headache- sweatingRare
- Confusion- dehydration- dry or itchy skin- fatigue- fruity mouth odor- increased hunger- increased thirst- increased urination- nausea- vomiting- weight lossIncidence not known
- Bloating- chills- constipation- convulsions- cough- darkened urine- decreased urination- difficulty breathing- dry mouth- fast heartbeat- fever- hives or welts- increase in heart rate- indigestion- itching- large, hive-like swelling on face, eyelids, lips, tongue, throat, hands, legs, feet, sex organs- loss of appetite- loss of bladder control- muscle spasm or jerking of all extremities- noisy breathing- pains in stomach, side, or abdomen, possibly radiating to the back- rapid breathing- redness of skin- shortness of breath- skin rash- sudden loss of consciousness- sunken eyes- thirst- tightness in chest- unusual tiredness or weakness- wheezing- wrinkled skin- yellow eyes or skinSome 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
- Abdominal pain- acid or sour stomach- belching- burning, crawling, itching, numbness, prickling, pins and needles, or tingling feelings- change in sense of taste- diarrhea- dizziness- heartburn- sleepiness or unusual drowsiness- sleeplessness- trouble sleeping- unable to sleep- weaknessLess common
- Bloated, full feeling- body aches or pain- congestion- delusions- dementia- difficulty in moving- discouragement- dryness or soreness of throat- excess air or gas in stomach or intestines- fear- feeling sad or empty- general feeling of discomfort or illness- hoarseness- increased urge to urinate during the night- irritability- lack of appetite- loss of interest or pleasure- mood or mental changes- muscle pain or stiffness- nervousness- pain in joints or in unspecified location- passing gas- runny nose- tender, swollen glands in neck- throat irritation- tiredness- trouble concentrating- trouble in swallowing- voice changes- waking to urinate at nightIncidence not known
- Gaining weight around your neck, upper back, breast, face, or waistOther 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
