What side effects may I notice from receiving Abiraterone?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:

-allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-chest pain or chest tightness
-fast, irregular heartbeat
-feeling faint or lightheaded, falls
-general ill feeling or flu-like symptoms
-palpitations
-right upper belly pain
-signs and symptoms of high blood sugar such as being more thirsty or hungry or having to urinate more than normal. You may also feel very tired or have blurry vision.
-signs of infection - fever or chills, cough, sore throat, pain or difficulty passing urine
-swelling of the ankles, feet, hands
-unusually weak or tired
-yellowing of the eyes or skin
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

-cough
-diarrhea
-facial flushing
-joint pain
-muscle pain

This list may not describe all possible side effects for Abiraterone. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.