Zinecard IV

Zinecard IV Side Effects

Because this medication is used with another medication, it is difficult to tell which side effects are caused by dexrazoxane. Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, trouble swallowing, diarrhea, temporary hair loss, or pain/irritation at the injection site have been reported. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

When combined with chemotherapy, dexrazoxane may worsen the effects that these medications can have on your bone marrow. Tell your doctor immediately if any of these serious side effects occur:

• unusual weakness
• mouth sores
• signs of infection (e.g., fever, persistent sore throat)
• easy bruising/bleeding

Very rarely, people with cancer who have been treated with this medication have developed other cancers (e.g., leukemia, lymphoma). Consult your doctor for more details.

A very serious allergic reaction to this drug is rare. However, seek immediate medical attention if you notice any symptoms of a serious allergic reaction, including:

• rash
• itching
• swelling
• severe dizziness
• trouble breathing

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. If you notice other effects not listed above, contact your doctor or pharmacist.

Zinecard IV Medical Alert

Your condition can cause complications in a medical emergency. For information about enrolling in MedicAlert, call 1-800-854-1166 (USA) or 1-800-668-1507 (Canada).

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