Side effect(s) of Olaratumab

Last Updated on Mar 27, 2023

Review the side-effects of Olaratumab as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.

If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.

  General - Unusual tiredness, muscle pain, dry eyes

  Gastrointestinal - Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, mouth sores.

  Skin - Hair loss

  Central nervous system - Anxiety, headache, neuropathy (problem with the nerves)

Other Precautions :

Discard the solution immediately if there is any presence of particulate matter or discoloration before administration.

Drug Name : Olaratumab

Olaratumab generic Olaratumab belongs to a group of medications called monoclonal antibodies. It is a platelet-derived growth factor receptor alpha(PDGFR-α) blocking antibody used along with doxorubicin to treat certain types of soft tissue sarcomas in adults that cannot be treated with surgery or radiation. Soft tissue sarcomas are cancers that originate from tissues like muscle, fat, tendons, blood vessels or nerves. The drug mainly acts by slowing or stopping down the growth of cancer cells. It works by killing bacteria.

Last Updated on Mar 27, 2023