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Side effect(s) of Nelarabine


Review the side-effects of Nelarabine 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.

   Gastrointestinal
- Nausea, diarrhea, vomiting, constipation, abdominal pain, and mouth ulcer.

   Respiratory
- Cough, pneumonia and difficulty in breathing.

   Central Nervous system
- Confusion, sleeplessness, depression, Drowsiness and dizziness.

   Blood
- Anemia, decrease in platelet counts and white blood cells.

   Heart
- Fast heart rate and low blood pressure.

   General
- Fatigue, fever, weakness, fluid retention, rigors and chest pain.

   Liver
- Increased liver enzyme levels.

   Metabolic
- Loss of appetite, dehydration and increased level blood sugar.

   Musculoskeletal
- Muscle pain, joint pain, back pain, muscle weakness and pain in extremity.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Nelarabine

Nelarabine(Arranon) generic is an anti-cancer agent, prescribed for leukemia or lymphoma in certain patients. It works by killing cancer cells.


Trade Names for Nelarabine

International :


Arranon
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