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Kepivance
An uncategorized agent - It is used to treat and to prevent severe mouth sores in patients with blood-related cancers receiving chemotherapy and/or radiation therapy
                



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What should I watch for while using this medicine?

Visit your doctor or health care professional for regular checks on your progress.

Do not use this medicine if you have a cancer that is not a blood- related cancer. This medicine may cause other cancers to grow.

What side effects may I notice from receiving this medicine?

Side effects that you should report to your doctor or health care professional as soon as possible:
  • allergic reactions like skin rash, itching or hives, swelling of the face, lips, or tongue
  • burning, tingling in or around the mouth
  • fever
  • high blood pressure
  • joint pain
  • swelling of the hands or feet
  • thickening of the tongue

Side effects that usually do not require medical attention (report to your doctor or health care professional if they continue or are bothersome):

  • change in tongue color
  • changes in taste
  • stomach upset

This list may not describe all possible side effects. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1- 800- FDA- 1088.

Where should I keep my medicine?

This drug is given in a hospital or clinic and will not be stored at home.

NOTE:This sheet is a summary. It may not cover all possible information. If you have questions about this medicine, talk to your doctor, pharmacist, or health care provider.

Remember, keep this and all other medicines out of the reach of children, never share your medicines with others, and use this medication only for the indication prescribed.

                
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