Pill Side Effects

Side effects cannot be anticipated. If any develop or change in intensity, inform your doctor as soon as possible. Only your doctor can determine if it is safe for you to continue taking ACTOplus met.

Side effects may include:
Diarrhea, dizziness, headache, nausea, sinusitis, upper respiratory tract infection, upset stomach, urinary tract infection, water retention, weight gain
Symptoms of lactic acidosis (if these occur, call your doctor immediately):
Dizziness or light-headedness; feeling very weak, tired, or uncomfortable; low body temperature; muscle pain; rapid breathing that you can’t explain; slow or uneven heartbeat; stomach problems (such as nausea or vomiting); unusual sleepiness
Symptoms of liver problems (if these occur, call your doctor immediately):
Dark urine, loss of appetite, nausea or vomiting, stomach pain, tiredness, yellowing of your skin or whites of your eyes

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
Bloating
constipation (severe, continuing)
cramping (severe)
nausea or vomiting
stomach or lower abdominal pain
tightness in chest or troubled breathing
wheezing
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
Constipation or diarrhea
cramping

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
Yellow eyes or skin
Symptoms of overdose
Diarrhea
increased sweating
loss of appetite
nausea or vomiting
stomach cramps or pain
swelling, pain, or tenderness in the upper abdomen or stomach area
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

Rare
Bloody or black, tarry stools
bloody or cloudy urine
fever with or without chills (not present before treatment and not caused by the condition being treated)
pain in lower back and/or side (severe and/or sharp)
pinpoint red spots on skin
skin rash, hives, or itching
sores, ulcers, or white spots on lips or in mouth
sore throat (not present before treatment and not caused by the condition being treated)
sudden decrease in amount of urine
unusual bleeding or bruising
unusual tiredness or weakness