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Side effect(s) of Erlotinib


Review the side-effects of Erlotinib 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.

   Most Common
- Rash and diarrhea.

   General
- Fatigue, loss of appetite, itching, pimples, skin inflammation, dry skin, fever, fluid retention and decreased weight.

   Gastrointestinal
- Nausea, abdominal pain, vomiting, constipation, indigestion and flatulence.

   Musculoskeletal
- Bone pain and muscle pain.

   Respiratory
- Difficulty in breathing and cough.

   Central Nervous System
- Depression, dizziness, headache, sleeplessness, anxiety, nerve disease and rigors.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Erlotinib

Erlotinib(Tarceva) generic is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor, prescribed for metastatic non-small cell lung cancer, and pancreatic cancer.


Trade Names for Erlotinib

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International :


Tarceva
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