Antimalarials for Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis All medicines
have side effects. But many people don't feel the side effects,
or they are able to deal with them. Ask your pharmacist about
the side effects of each medicine your child takes. Side effects
are also listed in the information that comes with the medicine.
Here are some important things to think about: - Usually the
benefits of the medicine are more important than any minor side
effects. - Side effects may go away after your child takes the
medicine for a while. - If side effects still bother your child
and you wonder if he or she should keep taking the medicine,
call your doctor. He or she may be able to lower the dose or
change the medicine. Do not suddenly quit taking your medicine
unless your doctor tells you to. Call 911 or other emergency
services right away if your child has: - Trouble breathing. -
Swelling of his or her face, lips, tongue, or throat. Call your
doctor right away if your child has: - Any blurred vision,
problems seeing to read