Pill Side Effects

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Some side effects will have signs or symptoms that you can see or feel. Your doctor may watch for others by doing certain tests.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

More common
Fever or chills
shortness of breath
Less common
Black, tarry stools
blisters on skin
blood in urine
bloody vomit
chest pain
cough or hoarseness
lower back or side pain
painful or difficult urination
pinpoint red spots on skin
stomach pain (severe)
unusual bleeding or bruising
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

More common
Agitation
confusion
diarrhea
dizziness
drowsiness
mental depression
nausea and vomiting
sores in mouth and on lips
tingling of hands or feet
unusual decrease in urination
unusual tiredness
weight gain of 5 to 10 pounds or more
Less common
Bloating and stomach pain
blurred or double vision
faintness
fast or irregular heartbeat
loss of taste
rapid breathing
redness, swelling, and soreness of tongue
trouble in speaking
yellow eyes and skin
Rare
Changes in menstrual periods
clumsiness
coldness
convulsions (seizures)
listlessness
muscle aches
pain or redness at site of injection
sudden inability to move
swelling in the front of the neck
swelling of feet or lower legs
weakness
aldesleukin may also cause the following side effects that your doctor will watch for:

More common
Anemia
heart problems
kidney problems
liver problems
low blood pressure
low platelet counts in blood
low white blood cell counts
other blood problems
underactive thyroid
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
Dry skin
loss of appetite
skin rash or redness with burning or itching, followed by peeling
unusual feeling of discomfort or illness
Less common
Constipation
headache
joint pain
muscle pain

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Cough; dizziness; headache; nausea; nervousness; sinus inflammation; sore or dry throat; tremor; trouble sleeping; unusual taste in mouth; vomiting.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; ear pain; fast or irregular heartbeat; new or worsened trouble breathing; pounding in the chest; severe headache or dizziness; unusual hoarseness; wheezing.

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:

Rare
Fever
skin rash or itching
sore throat
unusual tiredness and weakness
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:

Less common
Abdominal pain
diarrhea
dizziness
headache
nausea
vomiting
Rare
Thinning or loss of hair
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Dizziness; excitability; headache; nausea; nervousness or anxiety; trouble sleeping; weakness.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); difficulty urinating; fast or irregular heartbeat; hallucinations; seizures; severe dizziness, lightheadedness, or headache; tremor.

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
Eye redness and swelling
Less common
Eye discharge
eye discomfort
eye pain
hives
increased itching of eyes
rash.
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
Headaches
stuffy or runny nose
Less common
Burning or stinging of eyes
dry eyes
eyelid disorder
eye sensitivity to light
fever, tiredness, achiness, and sore throat
increase in size of pupils
sore throat
tearing.

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome:

Cough; dizziness; headache; nausea; nervousness; sinus inflammation; sore or dry throat; tremor; trouble sleeping; unusual taste in mouth; vomiting.

Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; ear pain; fast or irregular heartbeat; new or worsened trouble breathing; pounding in the chest; severe headache or dizziness; unusual hoarseness; wheezing.

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop using this medication and call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
fast, pounding, or uneven heartbeat;

confusion, hallucinations, unusual thoughts or behavior;

severe dizziness, anxiety, restless feeling, or nervousness;

urinating less than usual or not at all;

easy bruising or bleeding, unusual weakness, fever, chills, body aches, flu symptoms;

increased blood pressure (severe headache, blurred vision, trouble concentrating, chest pain, numbness, seizure); or

nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes).

Less serious side effects may include:

blurred vision;

dry mouth;

nausea, stomach pain, constipation;

mild loss of appetite;

dizziness, drowsiness, headache;

problems with memory or concentration;

ringing in your ears;

restlessness or excitability (especially in children);

warmth, tingling, or redness under your skin;

cold feeling in your hands or feet;

sleep problems (insomnia); or

skin rash or itching.

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:

Rare
Shortness of breath, troubled breathing, tightness in chest, or wheezing
signs of hypersensitivity reactions, such as swelling of face, lips, or eyelids
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

Less common
burning or pain while urinating, blood in urine, or frequent urge to urinate
chest pain
creamy white, curd-like patches in the mouth or throat and/or pain when eating or swallowing
dizziness or sense of constant movement or surroundings
general feeling of discomfort or illness
irregular or fast heartbeat
itching, rash, or hives
sinus problems
stomach or abdominal pain
swelling of fingers, ankles, feet, or lower legs
unusual tiredness or weakness
weight gain
Rare
Bleeding from rectum or bloody stools
blurred vision or other changes in vision
diarrhea or nausea
fainting or feeling faint
fever
frequent urination or unusual thirst
growth inhibition in children
high blood pressure
increased fat deposits in face, neck, and trunk
increased skin pigmentation
loss of appetite
menstrual changes
mood or mental changes
numbness
pain or burning in chest
vomiting
Additional side effects may occur if you take this medicine for a long time. Check with your doctor if any of the following side effects occur:

Pain in the back, ribs, arms, or legs (osteoporosis)
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
Cold-like symptoms
cough
dry mouth or throat
headache
sore throat, hoarseness or voice change
Less common or rare
Constipation
nosebleeds
trouble in sleeping

Get emergency medical help if you have any of these signs of an allergic reaction: hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of your face, lips, tongue, or throat. Stop taking ibuprofen and seek medical attention or call your doctor at once if you have any of these serious side effects:
chest pain, weakness, shortness of breath, slurred speech, problems with vision or balance;

black, bloody, or tarry stools;

coughing up blood or vomit that looks like coffee grounds;

swelling or rapid weight gain;

urinating less than usual or not at all;

nausea, stomach pain, low fever, loss of appetite, dark urine, clay-colored stools, jaundice (yellowing of the skin or eyes);

fever, sore throat, and headache with a severe blistering, peeling, and red skin rash;

bruising, severe tingling, numbness, pain, muscle weakness; or

fever, headache, neck stiffness, chills, increased sensitivity to light, purple spots on the skin, and/or seizure (convulsions).

Less serious side effects may include:

upset stomach, mild heartburn, diarrhea, constipation;

bloating, gas;

dizziness, headache, nervousness;

skin itching or rash;

blurred vision; or

ringing in your ears.

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
Diarrhea
heartburn
sores in mouth and on lips
Less common
Black, tarry stools
cough or hoarseness, accompanied by fever or chills
fever or chills
lower back or side pain, accompanied by fever or chills
nausea and vomiting (severe)
painful or difficult urination, accompanied by fever or chills
stomach cramps
Rare
Blood in urine or stools
pinpoint red spots on skin
unusual bleeding or bruising
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

Rare
Chest pain
cough
shortness of breath
tingling of hands and feet, followed by pain, redness, and swelling
trouble with balance
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
Loss of appetite
nausea and vomiting
skin rash and itching
weakness
Less common
Dry or cracked skin
This medicine often causes a temporary loss of hair. After treatment with fluorouracil has ended, normal hair growth should return.

After you stop using this medicine, it may still produce some side effects that need attention. During this period of time, check with your doctor immediately if you notice the following side effects:

Black, tarry stools
blood in urine or stools
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
pinpoint red spots on skin
unusual bleeding or bruising