What side effects can this medication cause?
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 health care professional immediately if either of the following side effects occurs during the time that the injection is being given:
Pain in lower abdomen
General weakness
Check with your health care professional as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Rare
Confusion
Irregular heartbeat, muscle cramps or pain
Numbness, tingling, pain, or weakness in hands or feet
Unusual tiredness or weakness
Weakness and heaviness of legs
Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention.
However, check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:
More common
Nausea or vomiting
Less common or rare
Headache
Diarrhea
After the procedure is completed, this procedure may still produce some side effects that need medical attention.
Check with your doctor if you notice any of the following side effects:
Chills or shivering
Fever
Foul-smelling vaginal discharge
Increase in bleeding of the uterus
Pain in lower abdomen
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your health care professional.
Why is this medication prescribed?
Dosage and using this medicine
What special precautions should I follow?
What should I do if I forget a dose?