Review the side-effects of Olaparib as documented in medical literature. The term "side effects" refers to unintended effects that can occur as a result of taking the medication. In majority of the instances these side-effects are mild and easily tolerable, however sometimes they can be more severe and can be detrimental.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Gastrointestinal: Nausea, vomiting, loose stools, mouth ulcer, swelling and pain of the gums, loss of appetite, indigestion
Nervous system: Headache, dizziness, abnormal weakness, taste disturbances
Respiratory: Infection and swelling of sinuses, flu, sneezing, throat pain, stuffy nose, common cold
Blood disorders: Low levels of red blood cells, neutrophils, platelets, and white blood cells
Others: Muscle pain, joint pain, rashes, fluid accumulation, low levels of magnesium and high levels of creatinine in the blood
• If a dose of olaparib is missed, take the next dose as per the scheduled time but do not take an extra dose.
• Patients must be advised not to carry out skilled tasks such as driving or operating heavy machinery as olaparib can affect mental alertness.
If the side effects are not tolerable adjusting the dosage or switching to a different medication can help to manage or overcome side effects. If you have any doubts or questions, we recommend seeking advice from your doctor or pharmacist.
Gastrointestinal: Nausea, vomiting, loose stools, mouth ulcer, swelling and pain of the gums, loss of appetite, indigestion
Nervous system: Headache, dizziness, abnormal weakness, taste disturbances
Respiratory: Infection and swelling of sinuses, flu, sneezing, throat pain, stuffy nose, common cold
Blood disorders: Low levels of red blood cells, neutrophils, platelets, and white blood cells
Others: Muscle pain, joint pain, rashes, fluid accumulation, low levels of magnesium and high levels of creatinine in the blood
Other Precautions :
• Patients taking olaparib may feel mild to moderate nausea and vomiting which is very common during olaparib treatment, and patients can take medications to reduce nausea or vomiting with the advice of the doctor.• If a dose of olaparib is missed, take the next dose as per the scheduled time but do not take an extra dose.
• Patients must be advised not to carry out skilled tasks such as driving or operating heavy machinery as olaparib can affect mental alertness.