Side Effects of Asciminib

All medications may be associated with certain adverse reactions, and asciminib is no exception. Most reactions are mild to moderate and manageable, but severe adverse events requiring clinical intervention may occur in individual cases.

Serious Side Effects of Asciminib

Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of the following side effects while taking asciminib:

More Common

Hematologic and Coagulation System: Black, tarry stools; bleeding gums; blood in urine or stools; unusual bleeding or bruising; pinpoint red spots on skin; pale skin.

Cardiovascular System: Chest pain or tightness; distended neck veins; irregular heartbeat; slow or fast heartbeat.

Respiratory and Throat: Cough; difficulty breathing; sneezing; sore throat; stuffy or runny nose; hoarseness; loss of voice; difficulty swallowing.

Nervous System: Dizziness; headache; nervousness; fainting.

Skin and Mucous Membranes: Hives; itching; rash; skin redness; swelling of eyelids, face, lips, hands, or feet; ulcers, sores, or white spots in the mouth; irritation.

Musculoskeletal System: Body aches or pain; joint pain, stiffness, or swelling.

Genitourinary System: Decreased urine output; lower back or side pain; painful or difficult urination.

Less Common

Bladder pain; bloating; blood in urine or cloudy urine; burning sensation during urination; coughing up blood; frequent urination; increased menstrual flow or vaginal bleeding; indigestion; nosebleeds; pain in chest, groin, or legs (especially calves); pain in abdomen or side (may radiate to back); paralysis; prolonged bleeding from cuts; sudden severe headache; sudden loss of coordination; sudden slurred speech; sudden vision changes; vomiting; yellowing of eyes or skin.

Other Side Effects of Asciminib

Consult your healthcare provider if any of the following side effects persist, are bothersome, or if you have questions about them:

More Common

Diarrhea; difficulty moving; muscle or bone pain; muscle stiffness; joint pain; stomach pain.

Less Common

Constipation.