When to call your doctor

If you experience any of the following symptoms, call your doctor. Do not wait until your next appointment to make the call, and do not change or stop taking your medications without first talking to your doctor. If your symptoms are discovered early, your doctor may be able to relieve your symptoms by changing your medications.

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• Unexplained weight gain—3 or more pounds in one day or 5 or more pounds in one week
• Increased swelling in the ankles, feet, legs, or abdomen
• More-severe or more-frequent shortness of breath, especially on awakening
• Abdominal fullness or bloating
• Loss of appetite or nausea
• Extreme fatigue or decreased ability to undertake daily activities
• A respiratory infection or bad cough
• A resting heart rate of 120 beats or more per minute
• A new or more noticeably irregular heartbeat
• Chest pain or discomfort that is relieved with rest
• Difficulty breathing during regular activities or at rest
• Difficulty sleeping or needing much more sleep than usual
• Decreased urination
• Restlessness or confusion
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Excessive, unexplained perspiration