Salicylates (Systemic)
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong with its needed effects, a medicine
may cause some unwanted effects. When this medicine is used for short periods
of time at low doses, side effects usually are rare. Although not all of the
following side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.
Get emergency help immediately
if any of the following side effects occur:
Any loss of hearing; bloody urine; confusion; convulsions (seizures); diarrhea (severe or continuing); difficulty
in swallowing; dizziness, lightheadedness, or feeling
faint (severe); drowsiness (severe); excitement or nervousness (severe); fast or deep breathing; flushing, redness, or other
change in skin color; hallucinations (seeing, hearing,
or feeling things that are not there); increased
sweating; increased thirst; nausea or vomiting (severe or continuing); shortness
of breath, troubled breathing, tightness in chest, or wheezing; stomach pain (severe or continuing); swelling of eyelids, face, or lips; unexplained fever; uncontrollable flapping movements of the hands
(especially in elderly patients); vision problems
Symptoms of overdose in children
Also, check with your doctor
as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common or rare
Abdominal or stomach pain, cramping, or burning (severe); bloody or black, tarry stools; headache
(severe or continuing); ringing or buzzing in ears
(continuing); skin rash, hives, or itching; unusual tiredness or weakness; vomiting
of blood or material that looks like coffee grounds
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 health care professional if any of the following side effects
continue or are bothersome:
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you
notice any other effects, check with your doctor.
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