Abemaciclib
Information about Abemaciclib
Abemaciclib uses
Abemaciclib is used in the treatment of metastatic breast cancer.
How abemaciclib works
Abemaciclib works by blocking the action of an abnormal protein that triggers the multiplication of cancer cells. This helps slow or prevent the spread of cancer cells.
Common side effects of abemaciclib
Hair loss, Headache, Cough, Joint pain, Dizziness, Fatigue, Weight loss, Infection, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Increased creatinine level in blood, Gastrointestinal toxicity, Abnormal blood cell count, Increased liver enzymes, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Dehydration, Respiratory tract infection, Venous thromboembolism, Pneumonitis, Cerebral infarction