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
- Low blood cell counts (up to 90%)
- Fatigue (62%)
- High blood sugar levels (54%)
- Nausea (49%)
- Signs of stress to the liver on blood tests (up to 37%)
- Headache (33%)
Note: Side effect data are from studies of Talzenna (talazoparib) for breast cancer. You might have different side effects depending on your cancer and dosing schedule.
Less Common Side Effects
- Vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Not feeling hungry
- Hair loss
Talzenna serious side effects
Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Low blood cell counts: unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, feeling very tired
Source: DailyMed
The following Talzenna 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
- Infection—fever, chills, cough, sore throat, wounds that don't heal, pain or trouble when passing urine, general feeling of discomfort or being unwell
- Low red blood cell level—unusual weakness or fatigue, dizziness, headache, trouble breathing
- 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):
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