Pomalidomide (Oral Route)

Side Effects

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Along with its needed effects, a medicine 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:

More common

1. Black, tarry stools
2. bladder pain
3. bleeding gums
4. bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, lower legs, or feet
5. blood in the urine or stools
6. bloody nose
7. body aches or pain
8. burning, numbness, tingling, or painful sensations
9. chest pain
10. chills
11. cloudy urine
12. confusion
13. constipation
14. cough
15. decreased or increased urination
16. difficult, burning, or painful urination
17. difficulty with breathing
18. discouragement
19. dizziness
20. dry mouth
21. ear congestion
22. fast or irregular heartbeat
23. feeling sad or empty
24. fever
25. frequent urge to urinate
26. headache
27. incoherent speech
28. increased thirst
29. irritability
30. lack of appetite
31. loss of appetite
32. loss of interest or pleasure
33. loss of voice
34. lower back or side pain
35. metallic taste
36. muscle pain or cramps
37. muscle weakness
38. nasal congestion
39. nausea
40. numbness or tingling in the hands, feet, or lips
41. pain
42. pale skin
43. pinpoint red spots on the skin
44. rapid weight gain
45. runny nose
46. shakiness in the legs, arms, hands, or feet
47. sneezing
48. sore throat
49. stomach pain
50. tightness in the chest
51. trembling or shaking of the hands or feet
52. trouble concentrating
53. trouble sleeping
54. troubled breathing with exertion
55. ulcers, sores, or white spots in the mouth
56. unsteadiness or awkwardness
57. unusual bleeding or bruising
58. unusual weight gain or loss
59. vomiting
60. weakness in the arms, hands, legs, or feet

Less common

1. Anxiety
2. dizziness or lightheadedness
3. fainting
4. pain, redness, or swelling in the arm or leg
5. troubled breathing

Incidence not known

1. Blistering, peeling, or loosening of the skin
2. diarrhea
3. difficulty in passing urine (dribbling)
4. itching
5. joint pain
6. red skin lesions, often with a purple center
7. red, irritated eyes
8. unusual tiredness or weakness
9. weakness or heaviness of the legs
10. yellow eyes or skin

Some side effects 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:

More common

1. Back pain
2. blurred vision
3. decreased appetite
4. difficulty with moving
5. flushed, dry skin
6. fruit-like breath odor
7. increased hunger
8. increased sweating
9. lack or loss of strength
10. muscle spasms or stiffness
11. night sweats
12. rash

Incidence not known

1. Feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
2. sensation of spinning

Other side effects not listed may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your healthcare professional.

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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Portions of this document last updated: May 01, 2024

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