The following side effects may get better over time as your body gets used to the medication. Let your healthcare provider know immediately if you continue to experience these symptoms or if they worsen over time.
Common Side Effects
- Lower hemoglobin levels (81%)
- Swelling (72%)
- Nausea (64%)
- Lower blood cell counts (up to 62%)
- Feeling very tired or weak (61%)
- Elevated liver enzyme levels (up to 51%)
- Changes in electrolyte levels (up to 49%)
- Confusion, forgetfulness, or changes in - attention (48%)
- Lower appetite (38%)
- Vomiting (38%)
- Diarrhea (37%)
- Watery eyes (33%)
- Stomach pain (31%)
Less Common Side Effects
- Indigestion
- Constipation
- Dizziness
- Headache
- Changes in taste
- Sleep problems
- Mood changes
- Changes to hair
- Trouble breathing
- Weight loss
- Rash
Note: Side effect percentages are from studies of people taking [[EDITOR|DRUG_DISPLAY_NAME]] for GIST. Side effects might differ for people with other types of cancer who take this medication.
Ayvakit serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Bleeding in the brain: very severe headache, nausea, vomiting, confusion, changes in vision
Source: DailyMed
The following Ayvakit side effects have also been reported
Side effects that you should report to your care team as soon as possible:
- Allergic reactions—skin rash, itching, hives, swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat
- Bleeding in the brain—severe headache, stiff neck, confusion, dizziness, change in vision, numbness or weakness of the face, arm, or leg, trouble speaking, trouble walking, vomiting
- Difficulty with paying attention, memory, or speech
- Mood and behavior changes—anxiety, nervousness, confusion, hallucinations, irritability, hostility, thoughts of suicide or self-harm, worsening mood, feelings of depression
- Unusual bruising or bleeding
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
