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Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent.
The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes this medication. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with your doctor.
The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking this medication. Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.
Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.
abdominal pain
acne
aggressive behaviour
changes in sexual desire or drive
dizziness
enlarged prostate
hair loss, thinning hair, or baldness
headache
mood changes
skin rash or itching
sleep disturbances caused by breathing problems (sleep apnea)
sore throat and/or fever
unpleasant breath odour
weight gain
Although most of these side effects listed below don’t happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not check with your doctor or seek medical attention.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
black, tarry, or light-coloured stools, or dark urine
breast soreness or enlargement
depression
flushing or redness of skin or any changes in skin colour
high blood pressure
problems with urination (change in frequency or colour, dribbling, pain or straining when urinating, weak urine stream, small urine amounts)
prolonged (more than 4 hours) or painful erections, or erections that happen too often
purple or red-coloured spots on the body or inside the mouth or nose
swelling of ankles and legs (for people with heart, liver, or kidney problems)
symptoms of liver problems, such as:
abdominal pain
dark urine
loss of appetite
nausea or vomiting
pale stools
yellow eyes or skin
unusual fatigue or bleeding
Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:
shortness of breath
symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, such as:
difficulty breathing
hives
rash
swollen face or throat