Iressa
PATIENT INFORMATION
Patients should be advised to seek medical advice promptly if they develop 1) severe or persistent diarrhea, nausea, anorexia, or vomiting, as these have sometimes been associated with dehydration; 2) an onset or worsening of pulmonary symptoms, ie, shortness of breath or cough; 3) an eye irritation; or, 4) any other new symptom (see WARNINGS - Pulmonary Toxicity, ADVERSE REACTIONS and DOSAGE AND ADMINISTRATION - Dosage Adjustment sections).
Women of childbearing potential must be advised to avoid becoming pregnant (see WARNINGS - Pregnancy Category D).
Last reviewed on RxList: 10/2/2008
This monograph has been modified to include the generic and brand name in many instances.
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