Side Effects


What side effects may I notice from receiving Tafinlar?

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

-allergic reactions like itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
-changes in vision
-dizziness
-eye pain
-rash, fever, and swollen lymph nodes
-redness, blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin, including inside the mouth
-severe headaches
-signs and symptoms of bleeding such as bloody or black, tarry stools; red or dark brown urine; spitting up blood or brown material that looks like coffee grounds; red spots on the skin; unusual bruising or bleeding from the eyes, gums, or nose
-signs and symptoms of heart failure like breathing problems; fast, irregular heartbeat; sudden weight gain; swelling of the ankles, feet, hands; unusually weak or tired
-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
-yellowing of the skin
Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

-diarrhea
-hair loss
-joint pain
-muscle pain
-vomiting

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

Source: FDA