Immediate (onset hours to days)
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Pain or swelling at injection site (extravasation)
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- This treatment can cause serious injury if it leaks from the area where it is going into the vein.
- This can cause pain, stinging, swelling or redness at or near the site where the drug enters the vein.
- If not treated correctly, you may get blistering and ulceration.
- Tell your doctor or nurse immediately if you get any of the symptoms listed above during or after treatment.
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Allergic reaction
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- Allergic reactions are uncommon but can be life threatening.
- If you feel unwell during the infusion or shortly after it, or:
- get a fever, shivers or shakes
- feel dizzy, faint, confused or anxious
- start wheezing or have difficulty breathing
- have a rash, itch or redness of the face
While you are in hospital: Tell your doctor or nurse immediately.
After you leave: Contact your doctor or nurse immediately, or go to the nearest hospital Emergency Department.
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Nausea and vomiting
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- You may feel sick (nausea) or be sick (vomit).
- Take your anti-sickness medication as directed even if you don’t feel sick.
- Drink plenty of fluids (unless you are fluid restricted).
- Eat small meals more frequently.
- Try food that does not require much preparation.
- Try bland foods like dry biscuits or toast.
- Gentle exercise may help with nausea.
- Ask your doctor or nurse for eviQ patient information - Nausea and vomiting during cancer treatment.
- Tell your doctor or nurse immediately, or go to the nearest hospital Emergency Department if you have uncontrolled vomiting or feel dizzy or light-headed.
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Flu-like symptoms
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- You may get:
- a fever
- chills or sweats
- muscle and joint pain
- a cough
- headaches.
- Tell your doctor or nurse if you get any of the symptoms listed above.
- Tell your doctor or nurse immediately, or go to the nearest hospital Emergency Department if you have a temperature of 38°C or higher.
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