Telotristat Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 8, 2024.

Applies to telotristat: oral tablet.

Precautions

It is very important that your doctor check your progress at regular visits. This will allow your doctor to see if the medicine is working properly and to decide if you should continue to take it.

Call your doctor right away if you have severe constipation, or severe persistent or worsening stomach pain after taking this medicine.

Do not take other medicines unless they have been discussed with your doctor. This includes prescription or nonprescription (over-the-counter [OTC]) medicines and herbal or vitamin supplements.

Common side effects of telotristat

Some side effects of telotristat may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects.

Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

Serious side effects of telotristat

Along with its needed effects, telotristat may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor immediately if any of the following side effects occur while taking telotristat:

For healthcare professionals

Applies to telotristat: oral tablet.

General adverse events

The most commonly reported side effects included abdominal pain, increased GGT, nausea, and/or headaches.^[Ref]

Gastrointestinal

• Very common (10% or more): Abdominal pain (up to 26%), nausea (up to 13%)
• Common (1% to 10%): Abdominal distention, constipation, flatulence
• Frequency not reported: Gastrointestinal pain, lower abdominal pain, serious constipation, upper abdominal pain^[Ref]

Hepatic

• Very common (10% or more): Increased GGT (up to 11%)
• Common (1% to 10%): ALT increased, AST increased, blood alkaline phosphatase increased
• Frequency not reported: GGT, liver enzymes increased, liver function test abnormal^[Ref]

Nervous system

• Very common (10% or more): Headache (up to 11%)^[Ref]

Psychiatric

• Common (1% to 10%): Depressed mood, depression
• Frequency not reported: Decreased interest^[Ref]

Other

• Common (1% to 10%): Fatigue, pyrexia^[Ref]

Cardiovascular

• Common (1% to 10%): Peripheral edema^[Ref]

Metabolic

• Common (1% to 10%): Decreased appetite^[Ref]

See also:

Frequently asked questions

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Further information

Telotristat side effects can vary depending on the individual. Always consult your healthcare provider to ensure the information displayed on this page applies to your personal circumstances.

Note: Medication side effects may be underreported. If you are experiencing side effects that are not listed, submit a report to the FDA by following this guide.

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