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An agents for pulmonary hypertension - It is used to treat pulmonary arterial hypertension
               



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What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Visit your doctor or health care professional for checks on your progress. You will need to be seen regularly. Report any unusual or severe side effects promptly.

You may get drowsy or dizzy. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs mental alertness until you know how this medicine affects you. Do not stand or sit up quickly, especially if you are an older patient. This reduces the risk of dizzy or fainting spells. Avoid alcoholic drinks. Alcohol can make you more dizzy and increase flushing of the face.

If you take too much of this medicine, you may get a severe headache, chest pain, reddening of the face, jaw pain, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. If this happens, stop taking this medicine and call your health care provider right away.

Despite receiving this medicine, your condition may worsen and you may need your dose adjusted. Call your doctor or health care professional if your condition gets worse.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
  • breathing problems
  • chest pain
  • dark urine
  • dizziness
  • feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
  • fever
  • slow, fast, or irregular heart beat
  • swelling in your arms, legs, hands, or feet
  • trouble passing urine or change in the amount of urine
  • unusually weak or tired

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

  • bleeding from the gums or nose
  • cough
  • flushing
  • headache

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.

               
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