Erdafitinib

  • Brand Name : Balversa
  • Drug Class : FGFR Inhibitors
  • Medical Author : Divya Jacob, Pharm. D.
  • Medical Reviewer : Sarfaroj Khan, BHMS, PGD Health Operations
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What Is Erdafitinib and How Does It Work?

Erdafitinib is a prescription medication used for the treatment of urothelial cancer.

  • Erdafitinib is available under the following different brand names: Balversa

What Are Side Effects Associated with Using Erdafitinib?

Common side effects of Erdafitinib include:

  • dry eyes,
  • puffy eyelids,
  • dry mouth,
  • mouth sores,
  • hair loss,
  • dry skin,
  • problems with the fingernails or toenails,
  • pain, redness, numbness, and peeling skin on the hands or feet,
  • muscle pain,
  • tiredness,
  • abnormal liver or kidney function tests,
  • low sodium levels,
  • low red blood cell count,
  • nausea,
  • stomach pain,
  • loss of appetite,
  • diarrhea,
  • constipation, and
  • changes in the sense of taste

Serious side effects of Erdafitinib include:

  • hives,
  • difficulty breathing,
  • swelling of the face, lips, tongue, or throat,
  • numbness or tingling around the mouth,
  • muscle stiffness,
  • body aches,
  • itching,
  • rash,
  • tiredness,
  • trouble sleeping,
  • nausea,
  • vomiting,
  • loss of appetite,
  • shortness of breath,
  • vision problems,
  • vision loss,
  • eye pain or redness,
  • painful or irritated eyelids,
  • feeling like something is in the eye,
  • watery eyes,
  • increased sensitivity to light,
  • pain or bleeding from the finger or toenails,
  • separation of the nails from the skin (nail bed),
  • unusual breakage of the nails,
  • changes in nail color or texture, and
  • cracks or infections in the cuticles

Rare side effects of Erdafitinib include:

  • none

Seek medical care or call 911 at once if you have the following serious side effects:

  • Severe headache, confusion, slurred speech, arm or leg weakness, trouble walking, loss of coordination, feeling unsteady, very stiff muscles, high fever, profuse sweating, or tremors;
  • Serious eye symptoms such as sudden vision loss, blurred vision, tunnel vision, eye pain or swelling, or seeing halos around lights;
  • Serious heart symptoms include fast, irregular, or pounding heartbeats; fluttering in the chest; shortness of breath; sudden dizziness, lightheadedness, or passing out. 

This is not a complete list of side effects and other serious side effects or health problems that may occur because of the use of this drug. Call your doctor for medical advice about serious side effects or adverse reactions. You may report side effects or health problems to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

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