All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects.
Check with your doctor if any of these most common side effects persist or become bothersome:
Dry skin; mild burning or stinging at the application site.
Seek medical attention right away if any of these severe side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); acne-like rash; excessive hair growth; inflamed hair follicles; inflammation around the mouth; irritation, itching, peeling, redness, blistering, swelling, oozing, or severe burning at the application site; spider veins; thinning, softening, or discoloration of the skin; unusual bruising.
This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider.