Side Effects


What side effects may I notice from receiving Caprelsa?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-bloody or black, tarry stools
-breathing problems
-changes in vision
-chest pain or palpitations
-confusion, trouble speaking or understanding
-cough
-diarrhea
-fast, irregular heartbeat
-feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
-fever, chills, or sore throat
-high blood pressure
-light-colored stools
-redness, blistering, peeling or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
-red or dark-brown urine
-red spots on the skin
-seizures
-severe headaches
-shakiness
-spitting up blood or brown material that looks like coffee grounds
-sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or legs
-swelling of the legs or ankles
-trouble walking, dizziness, loss of balance or coordination
-unusual bleeding or bruising
-unusually weak or tired
-yellowing of the eyes or skin
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

-loss of appetite
-nausea
-stomach pain
-tiredness
-trouble sleeping

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Caprelsa. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

Source: FDA