Act Exemestane

Many medications can cause side effects. A side effect is an unwanted response to a medication when it is taken in normal doses. Side effects can be mild or severe, temporary or permanent.

The side effects listed below are not experienced by everyone who takes Act Exemestane. If you are concerned about side effects, discuss the risks and benefits of Act Exemestane with your doctor.

The following side effects have been reported by at least 1% of people taking Act Exemestane. Many of these side effects can be managed, and some may go away on their own over time.

Contact your doctor if you experience these side effects and they are severe or bothersome. Your pharmacist may be able to advise you on managing side effects.

• abdominal or stomach pain
• burning, tingling, or prickly sensations
• Constipation
• decreased sense of touch
• Diarrhea
• dizziness
• general feeling of tiredness or weakness
• headache
• hot flashes
• increased appetite
• increased sweating
• itching
• joint pain
• loss of appetite
• loss of hair
• muscle pain or cramps
• nausea
• rash
• trouble sleeping
• weight gain

Although most of the side effects listed below don't happen very often, they could lead to serious problems if you do not seek medical attention.

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

• anxiety
• back pain
• bone pain
• flu-like symptoms (e.g., cough, hoarseness, sore throat, Fever or chills)
• increased blood pressure
• increased cholesterol
• signs of Carpal Tunnel Syndrome (pain or burning in the hands or wrists)
• signs of Depression (e.g., poor concentration, changes in weight, changes in sleep, decreased interest in activities, thoughts of suicide)
• signs of infection (symptoms may include fever or chills, severe diarrhea, shortness of breath, prolonged dizziness, headache, stiff neck, weight loss, or listlessness)
• signs of a urinary tract infection (e.g., difficult or painful urination, blood in the urine, frequent urge to urinate, lower back or side pain)
• swelling of hands, ankles, feet, or lower legs
• symptoms of liver damage (e.g., yellow skin or eyes, dark urine, clay-coloured stools, loss of appetite, nausea and vomiting, or itching)
• unexplained broken bones
• vaginal bleeding

Stop taking the medication and seek immediate medical attention if any of the following occur:

• signs of a Heart Attack (e.g., chest pain or pressure, pain extending through shoulder and arm, nausea and vomiting, sweating)
• signs of a blood clot in blood vessels, such as sudden vision change or dizziness, chest pain, pain and swelling in one leg muscle
• sudden development of breathing problems (e.g., shortness of breath, trouble breathing, wheezing, tightness in chest, or fast or irregular breathing)
• signs of a Anaphylaxis (severe allergic reaction) (e.g., Hives; difficulty breathing; swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat)
• signs of bleeding in the stomach or intestines (e.g., dark and tarry stools, blood coming from rectum, vomiting blood or material that looks like coffee grounds, fast heartbeat, weakness or fainting)

Some people may experience side effects other than those listed. Check with your doctor if you notice any symptom that worries you while you are taking Act Exemestane.