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COMMON SIDE EFFECTS DEFINITIONS

Allergic reaction _an illness caused by an allergy, a condition which is common

for some people, e.g. allergy to nuts

Constipation __not able to go to the bathroom, difficulty emptying bowels

Diarrhea __having to use the toilet too often, loose stool

Difficulty swallowing _hard to get food down the throat

Dizziness ___light-headed, not able to stand up easily, feeling faint

Drowsiness __wanting to fall asleep

Fatigue ___generally being tired, no energy

Flu symptom ___may include sore throat, body aches, and fever

Gas ___a lot of air in the stomach

Heartburn __ burning feel in the stomach or chest

Itching __ wanting to scratch the skin

Nausea __upset stomach, stomachache

Pain ___general feeling of hurt

Rash (rashes) __ red spots on the skin, usually causes itching

Sweating ____liquid on the skin from being hot

Vomiting ____getting sick from the stomach, bring food back out through the

mouth.

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