Exemestane (Systemic)

Brand Names : Aromasin

Side Effects of This Medicine

Along with its needed effects, a medicine may cause some unwanted effects. Although not all of these side effects may occur, if they do occur they may need medical attention.

Check with your doctor as soon as possible if any of the following side effects occur:

More common

Cough or hoarseness; difficult or labored breathing; fever or chills; increased blood pressure; lower back or side pain; mental depression; shortness of breath; swelling of hands, ankles, feet, or lower legs; tightness in chest

Less common

Chest pain; difficult, burning, or painful urination; frequent urge to urinate; headache; sore throat; unexplained broken bones; wheezing

Other side effects may occur that usually do not need medical attention. These side effects may go away during treatment as your body adjusts to the medicine. However, check with your doctor if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome:

More common

Abdominal or stomach pain; anxiety; constipation; diarrhea; dizziness; general feeling of discomfort or illness; general feeling of tiredness or weakness; hot flashes; increased sweating; loss of appetite; nausea and vomiting; pain; trouble in sleeping

Less common

Back pain; bone pain; burning, tingling or prickly sensations; confusion; decreased sense of touch; increased appetite; itching; joint pain; loss of hair; rash; runny nose; stomach upset; weakness, generalized

Other side effects not listed above may also occur in some patients. If you notice any other effects, check with your doctor.