Fulvestrant Side Effects
Brand Names: Faslodex
Please note - some side effects for Fulvestrant 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 Fulvestrant - for the Consumer
Fulvestrant
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 Fulvestrant:
Seek medical attention right away if any of these SEVERE side effects occur when using Fulvestrant:Abnormal skin sensations; anxiety; back, bone, joint, or pelvic pain; constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; headache; hot flushes; increased cough; loss of appetite; nausea; pain, swelling, or redness at the injection site; sleeplessness; sore throat; stomach pain; sweating; vomiting; weakness.
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the mouth, face, lips, or tongue); chest pain; depression; fever or chills; frequent or painful urination; mental or mood changes; pain, redness, or tenderness in the legs; persistent sore throat; persistent vaginal bleeding; severe tiredness or weakness; shortness of breath; swelling of the hands or feet.
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.
TopSide Effects by Body System - for Healthcare Professionals
Gastrointestinal
Gastrointestinal side effects have included nausea (26%), vomiting (13%), constipation (12.5%), diarrhea (12.3%), abdominal pain (11.8%), and anorexia (9%).
Hematologic
Hematologic side effects have included anemia (4.5%).
Cardiovascular
Cardiovascular side effects have included vasodilation (17.7%), and peripheral edema (9%).
Musculoskeletal
Musculoskeletal side effects have included bone pain (15.8%), and arthritis (2.8%).
Nervous system
Nervous system side effects have included dizziness (6.9%), insomnia (6.9%), paresthesia (6.4%), depression (5.7%), and anxiety (5%).
Respiratory
Respiratory side effects have included pharyngitis (16.1%), dyspnea (14.9%), and cough increased (10.4%).
Genitourinary
Genitourinary side effects have included urinary tract infection (6.1%).
Dermatologic
Dermatologic side effects have included rash (7.3%).
Endocrine
Endocrine side effects have included sweating (5%).
General
General side effects have included asthenia (22.7%), pain (18.9%), headache (15.4%), back pain (14.4%), pain at injection site (10.9%), pelvic pain (9.9%), chest pain (7.1%), flu syndrome (7.1%), fever (6.4%), and accidental injury (4.5%).
Hypersensitivity
Hypersensitivity side effects including angioedema and urticaria have been reported.
TopMore Fulvestrant resources
- fulvestrant Intramuscular Advanced Consumer (Micromedex) - Includes Dosage Information
- Fulvestrant Professional Patient Advice (Wolters Kluwer)
- Fulvestrant MedFacts Consumer Leaflet (Wolters Kluwer)
- Fulvestrant Monograph (AHFS DI)
- Faslodex Prescribing Information (FDA)
- Faslodex Consumer Overview
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