Vismodegib Capsule Side Effects by Likelihood and Severity

COMMON side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • A Loss Of Taste
  • Constipation
  • Decreased Appetite
  • Diarrhea
  • Hair Loss
  • Joint Pain
  • Low Energy
  • Muscle Spasm
  • Nausea
  • Taste Impairment
  • Vomiting
  • Weight Loss

INFREQUENT side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • Abnormally High Levels Of Nitrogen-Containing Compounds In Your Blood
  • Low Amount Of Potassium In The Blood
  • Low Amount Of Sodium In The Blood

If experienced, these tend to have a Less Severe expression

  • Absence Of Menstrual Periods
  • Pain In The Muscles Or Bones

RARE side effects


If experienced, these tend to have a Severe expression

  • A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Stevens-Johnson Syndrome
  • A Skin Disorder With Blistering And Peeling Skin Called Toxic Epidermal Necrolysis
  • A Type Of Significant Allergic Skin Reaction Called DRESS Syndrome
  • Inflammation Of The Liver Called Hepatitis
  • Premature Closure Of Growth Plates In The Bones

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