Side Effects


What side effects may I notice from receiving Promacta ?

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
-changes in vision
-dark urine
-general ill feeling or flu-like symptoms
-light-colored stools
-loss of appetite
-right upper belly pain
-signs and symptoms of a blood clot such as breathing problems; chest pain; severe, sudden headache; pain, swelling, warmth in the leg; trouble speaking; sudden numbness or weakness of the face, arm or leg
-shortness of breath, chest pain, swelling in a leg
-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):

-cough
-diarrhea
-dry mouth
-headache
-muscle aches
-nausea

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

Source: FDA