Side Effects of This Medicine

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

Feelings of dependence; joint pain; shortness of breath; swelling of gums, mouth, or tongue; tightness in chest; tingling in arms, legs, hands, or feet

Less common

Burning, tingling, or prickly sensations in nose, mouth, or head; confusion; difficulty in swallowing; dryness or pain in throat; fast or irregular heartbeat; muscle pain; nasal blister or sore; numbness of nose or mouth

Rare

Blood-containing blisters on skin; difficulty in speaking; loss of memory; migraine headache; skin rash; swelling of feet or lower legs; wheezing

Symptoms of overdose

Cold sweat; convulsions (seizures); disturbed hearing and vision; dizziness; drooling; pale skin; slow heartbeat; tremors; vomiting; unusual tiredness or weakness

Other 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. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

More common

Back pain; constipation; cough; headache; hot, peppery feeling in the back of the throat or nose; indigestion; nausea; runny nose; sneezing; watery eyes

Less common

Abdominal or stomach pain; acne; change in sense of smell or taste; dryness, burning, itching, or irritation of the eyes; earache; flushing of face; passing of gas; hoarseness; itching; menstrual problems; nosebleed; sinus problems; soreness of teeth and gums; stuffy nose

Rare

Changes in vision; diarrhea; dryness of mouth; hiccups; increased amount of sputum

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.