Altretamine Side Effects

Brand Names: Hexalen

Please note - some side effects for Altretamine may not be reported. Always consult your doctor or healthcare specialist for medical advice. You may also report side effects to the FDA.

Side Effects of Altretamine - for the Consumer

Altretamine

All medicines may cause side effects, but many people have no, or minor, side effects. Check with your doctor if any of these most COMMON side effects persist or become bothersome when using Altretamine:

Nausea; vomiting.

Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); cough; difficulty walking; dizziness; fever or chills; loss of coordination; mood changes; sores on the mouth or lips; sore throat; tingling or numbness of the hands or feet; unusual bruising or bleeding.

This is not a complete list of all side effects that may occur. If you have questions about side effects, contact your health care provider. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. To report side effects to the appropriate agency, please read the Guide to Reporting Problems to FDA.

Side Effects by Body System - for Healthcare Professionals

Gastrointestinal

Gastrointestinal side effects include nausea and vomiting (33%), and increased alkaline phosphatase (9%).

Nervous system

Nervous system side effects include peripheral sensory neuropathy (31%), anorexia and fatigue (1%), and seizures (1%).

Hematologic

Hematologic side effects include anemia (33%), thrombocytopenia (9%), and leukopenia (5%).

Renal

Renal side effects include serum creatinine levels of 1.6 to 3.75 mg/dl (7%) and increased blood urea nitrogen levels (9%).

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