Common Weakness, Sinus inflammation, Infection, Fever, Cough, Fatigue, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Otitis media (infection of ear), Diarrhoea, Upper respiratory tract infection.

Expert advice for Afinitor Tablet

Do not start everolimus and consult your doctor if you have liver problems, diabetes, high blood cholesterol, had a recent surgery or have unhealed wound after surgery, have infection, previously had hepatitis, are pregnant or breast-feeding or have intolerance to some sugars.
Seek medical advice if you have increased thirst or increased frequency of urination, if you get any infection, suffer from shortness of breath, cough or fever, need to receive any vaccination after taking everolimus.
Everolimus may affect male or female fertility; consult your doctor if you are planning to have a child.
Do not drive or operate machinery while taking everolimus as it may cause fatigue.

Q. Is Afinitor a chemotherapy drug?
Afinitor is a targeted therapy drug (mTOR inhibitor) and not a traditional chemotherapeutic agent

Q. Is Afinitor cytotoxic or biologic?
Afinitor is not cytotoxic, it is a biological therapy for breast cancer

Q. How is Afinitor administered?
Afinitor is administered 10 mg once daily orally as tablet with a glass of water

Q. How long does Afinitor work?
Generally Afinitor works for about 30 hours, however it may depend on the individual taking the medicine.