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
- Anorexia
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Mouth sores
- Liver problems
- Fever
- Rash
- Blood clots
- Bleeding
Less Common Side Effects
- Infections
- Skin ulcers
- Trouble urinating
- Kidney problems
- Sore throat
- Chest pain
- Stomach pain
- Hair loss
- Headache
- Dizziness
- Itchiness
Cytarabine serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Low white blood cell count: infections, temperature of 100.4°F or higher, chills, cough, muscle aches, very fast heartbeat, confusion
- Low red blood cell count: severe tiredness, headaches, pale skin, trouble breathing, brittle nails
- Low platelet count: excessive bleeding, nosebleeds, unexplained bruising
- Heart problems: chest pain, abnormal heartbeat, trouble breathing
- Lung problems: trouble breathing, chest pain, coughing, fatigue
- Cytarabine syndrome: fever, chest pain, bone pain, muscle pain, rash, feeling ill, pink eye
Source: DailyMed
The following Cytarabine side effects have also been reported
Along 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.
Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:
Less common
Black, tarry stools
blood in urine or stools
chills
cough or hoarseness
lower back or side pain
painful or difficult urination
pinpoint red spots on skin
swelling of fingers, hands, arms, lower legs, or feet
unusual bleeding or bruising
Rare
Fast or irregular breathing
puffiness or swelling around the face
shortness of breath
sudden, severe decrease in blood pressure
unusual tiredness
Some 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:
Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.
Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.
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