Tirbanibulin Topical Side Effects

Medically reviewed by Drugs.com. Last updated on Jul 1, 2024.

Applies to tirbanibulin topical: topical application ointment.

Serious side effects

Along with its needed effects, tirbanibulin topical 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 tirbanibulin topical:

More common side effects

• cracking of the skin
• crusting of the skin
• dryness and peeling of the skin
• flushing, redness of the skin
• redness, blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
• skin ulcers
• swelling
• unusually warm skin

Other side effects

Some side effects of tirbanibulin topical 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:

Less common side effects

• burning, stinging, or pain at the application site
• itching skin

For healthcare professionals

Applies to tirbanibulin topical: topical ointment.

General adverse events

• Very common (10% or more): Adverse reaction related to treatment (16%)^[Ref]

Dermatologic

• Very common (10% or more): Erythema (mild: 22%; moderate: 63%; severe: 6%), flaking/scaling (mid: 26%; moderate: 47%), crusting (mild: 30%; moderate: 14%), swelling (mild: 29%)
• Common (1% to 10%): Flaking/scaling (severe: 9%), crusting (severe: 2%), swelling (mild: 9%; severe: <1%), vesiculation/pustulation (mild:7%; moderate to severe: <1%; ), erosion/ulceration (mild: 9%; moderate: 3%), application site pruritus (9%), application site pain (pain, tenderness, stinging, and burning sensation: 10%)^[Ref]

Further information

Tirbanibulin topical 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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