Side effect(s) of Alectinib

Review the side-effects of Alectinib 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: Muscle pain, weakness, swelling in the hands and the feet, increased weight.

  Gastrointestinal: Constipation, diarrhea, nausea and vomiting, stomach pain, loss of appetite.

  Skin: Rash

  Central Nervous System: Headache

  Respiratory System: Cough, lung disease, difficulty in breathing.

  Eye: Blurred vision, changes in vision.

  Cardiovascular System: Chest pain, reduced heart rate, fainting.

  Liver: Liver damage resulting in yellowing of skin and white of eyes, dark urine and itchy skin.

Other Precautions :

• Do not take double the dose of the drug to compensate the missed dose.
• Doctors must inform patients about side effects of muscle pain and pneumonia while prescribing the drug.