What side effects may I notice from receiving AcipHex?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

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allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue


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bone, muscle or joint pain


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breathing problems


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chest pain or chest tightness


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dark yellow or brown urine


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dizziness


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fast, irregular heartbeat


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feeling faint or lightheaded


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fever or sore throat


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muscle spasm


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palpitations


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rash on cheeks or arms that gets worse in the sun


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redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth


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seizures


-stomach polyps
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tremors


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unusual bleeding or bruising


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unusually weak or tired


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yellowing of the eyes or skin



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

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constipation


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diarrhea


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dry mouth


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headache


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nausea

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