Etoposide Injection

Early side effects

• Nausea, vomiting or appetite loss may occur.
  There are medications available, which may prevent or decrease these side effects. If you are given these medications, take them as directed.
• Allergic reaction may occur.
  Alert your nurse if you experience any shortness of breath, chest discomfort, chills, flushing or dizziness during the infusion.

Delayed side effects

• A drop in the white blood cell counts may occur 7 to 14 days after treatment.
• Temporary hair loss may occur, which may begin within a few days or weeks from treatment.
• Diarrhea may occur.
• Mouth ulcers and/or tenderness may occur.

Inform your doctor if any of the following occurs:

• Fever of 38°C or higher.
• Chills and rigors.
• Sore throat, hoarseness or mouth sores.
• Unusual bleeding, bruising or black tarry stools.