Drugs 1-20 Side Effects

Listed are the potential side effects for drugs 1-20. The most common side effect for that medication is highlighted in boldface text.

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Medication
(Brand/Generic Name)

Potential Side Effects

Ambien (Zolpidem) Drowsiness – Dizziness – Headache – Nausea – Daytime drowsiness or “hangover” feeling – Memory problems – Sleepwalking or other sleep behaviors
Amoxil (Amoxicillin) Nausea – Vomiting – Diarrhea – Rash – Allergic reactions – Yeast infection (oral or vaginal)
Augmentin (Amoxicillin/Clavulanate) Same as Amoxil plus potential for additional side effects due to Clavulanate such as Nausea – diarrhea and allergic reactions.
Glucophage (Metformin) Nausea or vomiting – Diarrhea – Gas or bloating – Weakness or tiredness – Metallic taste in mouth – Low blood sugar (hypoglycemia) when combined with other diabetes medications or excessive alcohol consumption.
Lasix (Furosemide) Dehydration – Electrolyte imbalance (such as low potassium levels) – Dizziness – Blurred vision – Muscle cramps – Ringing in the ears (tinnitus)
Lipitor (Atorvastatin)
Zocor (Simvastatin)
Muscle pain or weakness (myopathy) – Liver problems – Digestive issues (such as nausea, diarrhea, or constipation) – Increased blood sugar levels (especially in individuals with diabetes)
Lopressor (Metoprolol)
Tenormin (Atenolol)
Dizziness or lightheadedness – Fatigue – Slow heart rate – Cold hands and feet – Shortness of breath – Depression or confusion (less common)
Microzide (Hydrochlorothiazide) Dehydration – Electrolyte imbalance (such as low sodium, potassium, or magnesium levels) – Dizziness – Weakness – Increased sensitivity to sunlight – Erectile dysfunction (rare)
Nexium (Esomeprazole)
Prilosec (Omeprazole)
Headache – Nausea – Diarrhea – Abdominal pain – Constipation – Dry mouth – Vitamin B12 deficiency (with long-term use)
Norvasc (Amlodipine) Swelling in the ankles or feet (peripheral edema) – Flushing – Dizziness – Fatigue – Palpitations – Gingival hyperplasia (overgrowth of gum tissue)
Percocet (Oxycodone/Acetaminophen)
Vicodin/Lortab
(Hydrocodone/Acetaminophen)
Drowsiness – Dizziness – Nausea – Constipation – Respiratory depression (especially with high doses) – Liver toxicity (due to acetaminophen)
Prinivil/Zestril (Lisinopril) Dry Cough – Dizziness – Hypotension (low blood pressure) – Hyperkalemia (high potassium levels) – Angioedema (swelling of the face, lips, throat, or tongue)
Synthroid (Levothyroxine) Rapid or irregular heartbeat – Chest pain – Tremors – Nervousness – Insomnia – Heat intolerance
Xanax (Alprazolam) Drowsiness – Fatigue – Dizziness – Memory impairment – Slurred speech – Increased salivation
Zithromax (Azithromycin) Nausea – Vomiting – Diarrhea – Abdominal pain – Headache – Allergic reactions  – QT prolonging
Zoloft (Sertraline) Nausea – Diarrhea – Insomnia or drowsiness – Headache – Sexual dysfunction (such as decreased libido or difficulty achieving orgasm) – Weight gain or loss – Suicidal thoughts