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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.
Stop taking this medicine and get emergency help immediately if any of the following effects occur:
Rare
- Bleeding from the rectum or bloody or black, tarry stools- bleeding or crusting sores on lips- blue lips and fingernails- chest pain- convulsions- fainting- shortness of breath, fast, irregular, noisy, or troubled breathing, tightness in chest, and/or wheezing- vomiting of blood or material that looks like coffee groundsCheck with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
More common
- Swelling of face, fingers, lower legs, ankles, and/or feet- weight gain (unusual)Less common
- Bruising (not at place of injection)- high blood pressure- skin rash or itching- small, red spots on skin- sores, ulcers, or white spots on lips or in mouthRare
- Abdominal or stomach pain, cramping, or burning (severe)- bloody or cloudy urine- blurred vision of other vision change- burning, red, tender, thick, scaly, or peeling skin- cough or hoarseness- dark urine- decrease in amount of urine (sudden)- fever with severe headache, drowsiness, confusion, and stiff neck or back- fever with or without chills or sore throat- general feeling of illness- hallucinations (seeing, hearing, or feeling things that are not there)- hearing loss- hives- increase in amount of urine or urinating often- light-colored stools- loss of appetite- low blood pressure - mood changes or unusual behavior- muscle cramps or pain- nausea, heartburn, and/or indigestion (severe and continuing)- nosebleeds - pain in lower back and/or side- pain, tenderness, and/or swelling in the upper abdominal area- painful or difficult urination- pale skin- puffiness or swelling of the eyelids or around the eyes- ringing or buzzing in ears- runny nose- severe restlessness- swollen and/or painful glands- swollen tongue- thirst (continuing)- unusual tiredness or weakness- 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 or stomach pain (mild or moderate)- bruising at place of injection- diarrhea- dizziness- drowsiness- headache- indigestion- nauseaLess common or rare
- Bloating or gas- burning or pain at place of injection- constipation- feeling of fullness in abdominal or stomach area- increased sweating- vomitingOther 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
