Side effect(s) of Rucaparib

Last Updated on Mar 27, 2023

Review the side-effects of Rucaparib 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 : Weakness, fatigue

  Gastrointestinal: Nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, stomach pain, and loss of appetite or taste.

  Skin : Itching, increased sensitivity to light.

  Blood : Anemia, thrombocytopenia (low blood platelet count).

  Respiratory : Shortness of breath.

Other Precautions :

•Regular blood tests will be required during treatment to check for serious adverse effects on the blood like acute myeloid leukemia or myelodysplastic syndrome.

Drug Name : Rucaparib

Rucaparib generic Rucaparib belongs to a group of medications called poly (ADP-Ribose) polymerase (PARP) inhibitors. The drug is prescribed for the treatment of ovarian cancer in women with BRCA mutations (breast cancer gene mutations) who have been treated with two or more drugs. The drug mainly acts by killing the cancer cells. It works by preventing platelets from collecting and forming clots.

Last Updated on Mar 27, 2023