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
Non-metastatic prostate cancer:
- Rise in liver enzymes (up to 23%)
- Lower white blood cell count (20%)
- Tiredness (16%)
Metastatic prostate cancer (when taken alone):
- Rise in liver enzymes (up to 32%)
- Lower white blood cell count (16%)
Metastatic prostate cancer (when taken with docetaxel):
- Lower red blood cell count (72%)
- Higher blood sugar levels (57%)
- Lower white blood cell count (up to 52%)
- Rise in liver enzymes (up to 40%)
- Low calcium levels (31%)
- Constipation (23%)
- Rash (20%)
Less Common Side Effects
Non-metastatic prostate cancer:
- Rash
- Pain in the arms or legs
Metastatic prostate cancer (when taken alone):
- Urinary tract infection
Metastatic prostate cancer (when taken with docetaxel):
- Reduced appetite
- Bleeding
- Weight gain
- High blood pressure
Nubeqa serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Heart problems: chest pain, chest discomfort, shortness of breath
- Seizures: sudden jerking or shaking, loss of consciousness, confusion, trouble speaking
Source: DailyMed
The following Nubeqa 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
- Heart attack—pain or tightness in the chest, shoulders, arms, or jaw, nausea, shortness of breath, cold or clammy skin, feeling faint or lightheaded
- Seizures
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report these to your care team if they continue or are bothersome):
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