Everolimus

• For the treatment of kidney cancer, pancreatic cancer, breast cancer
• For prevention of organ rejection in transplant patients

When should one not use Everolimus

Common side effects of this drug are:

• Headache
• Nausea
• Diarrhoea
• Fever
• Cough
• Chills
• Tiredness
• Weakness
• Rash
• Joint pain
• Infection
• Anaemia
• High blood pressure

Other General Warnings

• You have liver problems
• You have diabetes
• You are scheduled to receive any vaccination
• Your blood cholesterol levels are high
• You recently had a major surgery
• You had or are about to receive radiotherapy
• You have any infection or had hepatitis B
• You experience any unusual side effects
• This medicine should not be used in patients below 18 years old

How Does It Work?

Interactions with other medicines

• Some medicines can affect the way Everolimus works, or this medicine itself can reduce the effectiveness of other medicines taken at the same time.
• Tell your doctor about all the medicines, supplements, or herbals you are currently taking or might take to avoid any possible interaction.
• Especially if you are taking medicines to treat heart problems, psychiatric illnesses, HIV infection, bacterial or fungal infection, tuberculosis, high blood pressure, fits or are taking painkillers, antibiotics, St. John's Wort, steroids.

Interactions with food items

• Avoid grapefruit while on treatment.

Overdose

• If you think you have taken too much of Everolimus, contact your doctor immediately or visit the nearest hospital.

Missed a Dose