Tarka Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • An Infection
  • Constipation
  • Dizziness
  • Fluid Retention In The Legs, Feet, Arms Or Hands
  • Flu-Like Symptoms
  • Headache
  • Inflammation Of The Tissue Lining The Sinuses
  • Throat Irritation

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • Chronic Heart Failure
  • Dizziness
  • Fluid In The Lungs
  • Inflammation Of The Skin Due To An Allergy
  • Low Blood Pressure
  • Slow Heartbeat
  • Trouble Breathing

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Skin Rash
  • A Stuffy And Runny Nose
  • Cough
  • Diarrhea
  • Generalized Weakness
  • Indigestion
  • Low Energy
  • Nausea
  • Visible Water Retention

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Blockage Of The Bile Duct That Resulting In High Bilirubin Levels
  • A Heart Attack
  • A Hemorrhage In The Brain
  • A High Alanine Transaminase Level
  • A High Aspartate Transaminase Level
  • A High Prolactin Level
  • A Significant Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Anaphylaxis
  • A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
  • A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
  • A Stroke
  • A Transient Ischemic Attack, A Type Of Stroke That Lasts Only A Few Minutes
  • A Type Of Allergic Reaction Called Angioedema
  • A Type Of Allergic Reaction Involving The Head And Neck Called Head And Neck Angioedema
  • A Type Of Allergic Reaction Involving The Intestines Called Intestinal Angioedema
  • A Type Of Joint Disorder Due To Excess Uric Acid In The Blood Called Gout
  • A Yellowing Of The Eyes Or Skin From Buildup Of Bilirubin Called Jaundice
  • Abnormal Heart Electrical Signals
  • Abnormal Heart Rhythm
  • Abnormal Liver Function Tests
  • Acute Kidney Failure
  • Atrioventricular Block, A Type Of Slow Heart Rhythm Disorder
  • Breastmilk Production Not Associated With Childbirth Or Nursing
  • Decreased Blood Platelets
  • Erythema Multiforme, A Type Of Allergic Skin Reaction
  • Extrapyramidal Disease, A Type Of Movement Disorder
  • Fainting
  • High Amount Of Bilirubin In The Blood
  • High Levels Of Potassium In The Blood
  • Inflammation Of The Liver Called Hepatitis
  • Intermittent Claudication, A Painful And Temporary Blockage Of Blood Vessels
  • Liver Damage
  • Liver Tissue Death
  • Low Amount Of Calcium In The Blood
  • Low Amount Of Sodium In The Blood
  • Low Blood Pressure
  • Low Levels Of A Type Of White Blood Cell Called Neutrophils
  • Low Levels Of White Blood Cells
  • Mental Problems From Taking The Drug
  • Overgrowth Of Gums Onto Teeth
  • Pancreatitis
  • Pemphigus, A Type Of Skin Disorder
  • Pneumonia With High Amount Of Eosinophil White Blood Cells
  • Significantly Low Blood Pressure
  • Slow Heartbeat
  • Trouble Breathing
  • Very Low Levels Of Granulocytes, A Type Of White Blood Cell
  • Vocal Cord Swelling

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Feeling Of General Discomfort Called Malaise
  • A Feeling Of Pins And Needles On Skin
  • A Problem With Menstrual Periods
  • A Skin Rash
  • A Type Of Stomach Irritation Called Gastritis
  • Abdominal Bloating
  • Altered Interest In Having Sexual Intercourse
  • An Increased Need To Urinate Often
  • Anxious Feelings
  • Blurred Vision
  • Bronchitis
  • Bruising Under The Skin
  • Confusion
  • Constipation
  • Cramps
  • Depression
  • Diarrhea
  • Difficulty Sleeping
  • Drowsiness
  • Dry Mouth
  • Enlarged Breasts
  • Excessive Sweating
  • Fever
  • Generalized Weakness
  • Hair Loss
  • Hallucinations
  • Heart Throbbing Or Pounding
  • High Amount Of Bilirubin In The Blood
  • Indigestion
  • Itching
  • Joint Pain
  • Large Purple Or Brown Skin Blotches
  • Muscle Pain
  • Muscle Tremors
  • Nausea
  • Nosebleed
  • Pain In The Arms Or Legs
  • Ringing In The Ears
  • Sensation Of Spinning Or Whirling
  • Stomach Cramps
  • Temporary Redness Of Face And Neck
  • The Inability To Have An Erection
  • Visible Water Retention
  • Vomiting

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