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Side Effects
Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, headache, dizziness, or drowsiness may occur. Take this medication with food to help minimize nausea. If any of these effects persist or worsen, notify your doctor or pharmacist promptly.
This medication may cause your urine to turn dark yellow or brown in color. This effect is harmless and will disappear when the medication is stopped.
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