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Ceritinib

Drug Class: Commonly Known As: Category:
Anaplastic Lymphoma Kinase (ALK) Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitor Zykadia® Cancer-related

Ceritinib - Side Effects, Precautions, and Contraindications

What side effects can Ceritinib cause?

  • Nausea or vomiting, decreased appetite
    • Take small, frequent meals throughout the day
  • Diarrhea or constipation
    • To manage diarrhea:
      • Drink plenty of clear fluids to replace those lost (two litres everyday)
      • Avoid oily or spicy food and milk or dairy products
    • To manage constipation:
      • Drink more water or clear fluids (unless you have a limit on the amount that you can take each day)
      • Add more fibre to your diet by eating more fruits and vegetables
  • Stomach discomfort
  • Feeling tired and lack of energy
    • Do not drive or operate machinery when you feel tired
  • Increased blood sugar level

 If you experience any of the following symptoms, you should stop your medication and see your healthcare professional immediately.

  • Unusual weakness, tiredness or lightheadedness
  • Symptoms of a drug allergy including one or more of the following:
    • Swollen face/eyes/lips/tongue
    • Difficulty in breathing
    • Itchy skin rashes over your whole body

Before taking Ceritinib , what precautions must I follow?

  • Inform your healthcare professional if:
    • You are allergic to this medication or any of the other ingredients of this medication
    • You or your partner becomes pregnant or is planning for pregnancy. You should use effective birth control during and for at least:
      • Three months after stopping treatment (for men)
      • Six months after stopping treatment (for women)
    • You are breastfeeding
      • Do not breastfeed during and for at least two weeks after stopping treatment
    • You are taking any other medications, including supplements, traditional medications and herbal remedies
    • You have any other medical conditions (e.g. diabetes, heart problems)
  • Maintain personal hygiene and take precautions against infection.

What food or medicine must I avoid when I take Ceritinib ?

Avoid taking grapefruit or grapefruit juice when you are taking this medication as it may interact with your medication and increase the risk of side-effects.

Ceritinib - Additional Information

  • Tags: Ceritinib
  • Updated on 8/31/2020 12:00:00 AM
  • Article contributed by PSS National Medication Information Workgroup PSS National Medication Information Workgroup
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