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Side effect(s) of Vemurafenib Tablet


Review the side-effects of Vemurafenib Tablet 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
- Joint pain, rash, hair loss, fatigue, photosensitivity reaction, nausea, itching, and skin papilloma.

   Skin
- Palmar-plantar erythrodysaesthesia syndrome, keratosis pilaris, erythema nodosum, Stevens-Johnson syndrome.

   Musculoskeletal
- Joint inflammation.

   Central Nervous System
- Dizziness, nerve disease, paralysis.

   Neoplasms
- Cutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma.

   Metabolic
- Weight decreased.

   Eye
- Retinal vein occlusion, eye inflammation.

   Heart
- Abnormal heart rhythm.

Other Precautions :

Avoid excess dosage.

Drug Name : Vemurafenib Tablet

Vemurafenib Tablet(Zelboraf) generic is a BRAF enzyme inhibitor, prescribed for malignant melanoma. It slows or stops the spread of cancer cells.


Trade Names for Vemurafenib Tablet

International :


Zelboraf
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