Side effect(s) of Talazoparib

Last Updated on May 19, 2023

Review the side-effects of Talazoparib 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.

The most common side effect of talazoparib is fatigue or tiredness.

Few other side effects reported were:

  Blood: Low blood counts (anemia, neutropenia, low platelets or thrombocytopenia)

  Gastrointestinal: Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain

  Nervous system: Headache

  Others: Alopecia or hair loss, decreased appetite

Other Precautions :

Male patients with active female partners must follow effective contraception during the treatment and for at least 4 months after stop taking talazoparib to avoid unwanted pregnancy.

Male patients wishing to have a child in future can use sperm bank services before starting the treatment as talazoparib can affect their fertility status.

Women taking talazoparib should be advised to consult their doctor immediately if they become pregnant during the talazoparib therapy.

Drug Name : Talazoparib

Talazoparib is used to treat either locally advanced breast cancer or breast cancer that has spread to other body parts in adult patients with specific gene (gBRCA) mutations and who were treated with not more than 3 chemotherapy regimen.

Last Updated on May 19, 2023