Side effects to discuss with your care team
To help care for these side effects, keep the below information in mind and talk to your doctor if you have any questions.
Lung problems
Lung problems that may be severe, life-threatening, or that may lead to death can occur with DATROWAY. If you develop lung problems, your doctor may treat you with corticosteroid medicines. Tell your care team right away if you get any of the following:
Cough
Trouble breathing or shortness of breath
Fever
Other new or worsening breathing symptoms such as chest tightness or wheezing
Nausea & vomiting
Nausea and vomiting can happen with DATROWAY. To help manage these side effects:
Your doctor may give you medicine before each infusion and after, as needed, to help reduce the risk of nausea and vomiting
Important steps to help reduce the risk of certain eye and mouth side effects
These recommendations should be followed when starting treatment with DATROWAY. Remember to immediately report any side effects to your care team.
Eye problems are common with DATROWAY and can also be severe. Tell your care team right away if you develop any new or worsening eye problems including dry eyes, eye pain, eye redness, eye swelling, eye irritation, increased tears, feeling like something is in your eyes, discharge from your eyes, eye crusting, sensitivity to light, blurred vision, or vision changes.
Use preservative-free lubricating eye drops at least 4 times a day and as needed
Do not wear contact lenses during treatment with DATROWAY unless your eye specialist (optometrist or ophthalmologist) tells you to
Talk with your doctor about seeing an eye specialist. They will check your eyes when you start treatment, every three 21-day treatment cycles (about every 9 weeks), at the end of treatment, and as needed for any new or worsening signs and symptoms of eye problems.
Check with your eye specialist regarding insurance coverage options. Your insurance may cover required eye exams. The DATROWAY Patient Savings Program offers additional savings, up to $250 per eye exam if you are eligible.*
See the DATROWAY Getting Started Guide for specific guidance and helpful tips for daily eye care
*Terms and conditions apply. Talk to your doctor for more information.
Mouth ulcers and sores are common with DATROWAY and can also be severe. Tell your healthcare provider right away if you develop mouth pain, swelling, redness, ulcers, or sores during treatment with DATROWAY.
Your doctor will prescribe a steroid-containing mouthwash to use 4 times a day and as needed during treatment with DATROWAY. Swish it in your mouth for 1-2 minutes, then spit out
Holding ice chips or ice water in your mouth during your DATROWAY infusions may help with mouth sores
See the DATROWAY Getting Started Guide for specific guidance and helpful tips for daily mouth care
Talk to your doctor about recommended eye drops and types of mouthwash to use. See the DATROWAY Starter Kit for cost savings options.