Ruxolitinib (Oral Route)

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Side Effects

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 immediately if any of the following side effects occur:

• Black, tarry stools
• Bladder pain
• Bleeding gums
• Blood in the urine or stools
• Bruising
• Chills
• Cloudy urine
• Collection of blood under the skin
• Cough
• Deep, dark purple bruise
• Difficult, burning, or painful urination
• Fever
• Frequent urge to urinate
• Itching, pain, redness, or swelling
• Large, flat, blue or purplish patches in the skin
• Lower back or side pain
• Painful or difficult urination
• Pale skin
• Pinpoint red spots on the skin
• Pus in the urine
• Shortness of breath
• Small, red or purple spots on the skin
• Sore throat
• Troubled breathing with exertion
• Ulcers, sores, or white spots in the mouth
• Unusual bleeding or bruising
• Unusual tiredness or weakness

• Painful blisters on the trunk of the body

Some 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. Also, your health care professional may be able to tell you about ways to prevent or reduce some of these side effects. Check with your health care professional if any of the following side effects continue or are bothersome or if you have any questions about them:

• Bloated
• Dizziness or lightheadedness
• Excess air or gas in the stomach or intestines
• Feeling of constant movement of self or surroundings
• Full feeling
• Headache
• Passing gas
• Sensation of spinning
• Weight gain

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

Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to the FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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