Common XELODA Side Effects
Like all chemotherapy treatments, XELODA has certain side effects. For some
people, milder side effects may suddenly become severe. However, the side
effects of XELODA can be generally managed. In clinical studies, XELODA was generally tolerated well by patients.
The most common side effects with XELODA are:
- Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomatitis (mouth and throat sores),
abdominal (stomach area) pain, upset stomach, constipation, loss of
appetite, and dehydration (excessive loss of water from the body).
These side effects are more common in patients who are 80 or more years
of age
- Hand-and-Foot syndrome
(pain, swelling or redness of your hands or feet that prevents normal activity), dry,
itchy or discolored skin, rash, nail problems, and hair loss
- Tiredness, weakness, dizziness, headache, fever, pain (such as chest,
back, joint, and muscle), difficulty sleeping, and taste problems
If you take XELODA in combination with
Taxotere® you may experience some
different side effects. Please ask your doctor about possible side effects
that may be caused by taking XELODA with Taxotere.
Before taking XELODA or any other cancer treatment, be sure to ask your
treatment team what side effects to expect. Also, it can be helpful to keep
track of any side effects you have, when they occur, and how much they affect
your day. Be sure to report side effects right away to a member of your
treatment team.