Review the side-effects of Lenvatinib 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: Fever, fatigue, joint and muscle pain, hair loss
Respiratory: Shortness of breath, cough, nose bleeding (epistaxis)
Skin: Rashes, redness, itching or peeling of the skin
Digestive Tract: Nausea, decreased appetite, mouth sores, stomach pain, constipation or diarrhea, liver problems resulting in jaundice and light-colored stools, perforation in the digestive tract.
Cardiovascular system: Heart problems, swelling of the feet, high blood pressure, formation of blood clots, bleeding, and altered electrical activity of the heart (called QT prolongation)
Central Nervous System: Seizures, headache, changes in vision due to a condition called reversible posterior leukoencephalopathy syndrome (RPLS).
Endocrine System: Changes in thyroid stimulating hormone level.
Fluid and Electrolyte Abnormalities: Dehydration, altered levels of potassium, calcium and magnesium.
Female Reproductive System: Heavy menstrual bleeding.
Urinary System: Increased protein in urine, urine infection, kidney failure.
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: Fever, fatigue, joint and muscle pain, hair loss
Respiratory: Shortness of breath, cough, nose bleeding (epistaxis)
Skin: Rashes, redness, itching or peeling of the skin
Digestive Tract: Nausea, decreased appetite, mouth sores, stomach pain, constipation or diarrhea, liver problems resulting in jaundice and light-colored stools, perforation in the digestive tract.
Cardiovascular system: Heart problems, swelling of the feet, high blood pressure, formation of blood clots, bleeding, and altered electrical activity of the heart (called QT prolongation)
Central Nervous System: Seizures, headache, changes in vision due to a condition called reversible posterior leukoencephalopathy syndrome (RPLS).
Endocrine System: Changes in thyroid stimulating hormone level.
Fluid and Electrolyte Abnormalities: Dehydration, altered levels of potassium, calcium and magnesium.
Female Reproductive System: Heavy menstrual bleeding.
Urinary System: Increased protein in urine, urine infection, kidney failure.
