Etoposide (Systemic)
Brand Names : VePesid, Etopophos, Toposar, VP-16
Side Effects of This MedicineAlong with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects.
Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may
need medical attention.
Also, because of the way these medicines act on the body, there is a chance
that they might cause other unwanted effects that may not occur until months
or years after the medicine is used. These delayed effects may include certain
types of cancer, such as leukemia. Discuss these possible effects with your
doctor.
Check with
your health care professional as soon as possible if any of the following
side effects occur:
Less common
Black, tarry stools; blood in urine
or stools; cough or hoarseness, accompanied by fever
or chills; fever or chills; lower back or side pain, accompanied by fever or chills; painful or difficult urination, accompanied by fever or chills; pinpoint red spots on skin; sores in
mouth or on lips; unusual bleeding or bruising
Other side effects may occur
that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away
during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care
professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some
of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of
the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions
about them:
This medicine often causes a temporary loss of hair. After treatment with
etoposide has ended, normal hair growth should return.
Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If
you notice any other effects, check with your doctor or nurse.
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