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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 as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
- Depression- skin rash or itchingLess common
- Blood in urine- difficult or painful urination- pain in lower back and/or sideRare
- Abdominal pain- changes in vision- blistering- clumsiness or unsteadiness - confusion- convulsions (seizures)- cough- dark urine- delusions- double vision- fainting- fast or pounding heartbeat- fever or chills- headache (severe and throbbing)- hives - inappropriate behavior- loss of appetite- mood or mental changes (severe) - muscle cramps or pain- nausea or vomiting- nerve pain- open sores- pain, tenderness, bluish color, or swelling of leg or foot- rapid weight gain- seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there- sense of constant movement of self or surroundings- sores, ulcers, or white spots in mouth or on lips- speech disorder- swelling and/or tenderness in upper abdominal or stomach area- swelling of hands, arms, feet, or legs- thoughts of suicide or attempts at suicide- tightness in chest- tingling, burning, or prickling sensations- tingling, burning, numbness, or pain in the hands, arms, feet, or legs- tremor- troubled breathing- unusual tiredness- weight loss- wheezing- yellow eyes or skinIncidence not known
- Actions that are out of control- attack, assault, force- continuing vomiting- delusions of persecution, mistrust, suspiciousness, and/or combativeness - difficult or labored breathing- early appearance of redness or swelling of the skin- general feeling of tiredness or weakness- irritability - late appearance of rash with or without weeping blisters that become crusted, especially in sun-exposed areas of skin, may extend to unexposed areas- light-colored stools- nervousness- neurosis- shortness of breath- stomach pain- talking, feeling, and acting with excitementSome 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
- Diarrhea- dizziness- drowsiness- fatigue- headache - increased sweating- poor concentration- trouble in sleepingLess common or rare
- Abnormally decreased sensitivity, particularly to touch- agitation or anxiety- belching- change in sense of taste or smell- dry mouth- excessive gas- false sense of well-being- flaking and falling off of skin- flushing- general feeling of discomfort- heartburn- indigestion- joint pain- lack of feeling or emotion- loss of hair- loss of memory- loss of sense of reality - mood changes- nervousness - pain- painful, red, hot or irritated hair follicles- ringing in the ears - stomach discomfort- unusual dreams- weaknessIncidence not known
- Difficulty having a bowel movement (stool)- discoloration of fingernails or toenails- large amount of triglyceride in the blood- malabsorption- redistribution/accumulation of body fat- swelling of the breasts or breast soreness in both females and malesOther 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
