What Should I Tell My Healthcare Provider?
You should talk with your healthcare provider prior to taking
sunitinib (
SUTENT®) if you have:
- Liver disease, such as hepatitis, cirrhosis, or liver failure
- Kidney disease, such as kidney failure
- High blood pressure (hypertension)
- A slow or fast heartbeat
- An irregular heartbeat or a heart condition known as QT prolongation
- Heart disease, such as congestive heart failure
- A history of heart attack or chest pain (angina)
- A history of stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA or mini-stroke)
- Heart bypass surgery
- A blood clot in the lungs (pulmonary embolism or PE)
- Been told you have an electrolyte imbalance (high or low blood salts, such as magnesium or potassium)
- Ever had a bleeding problem, such as bleeding in the stomach, intestines, or brain
- Thyroid problems, such as an underactive or overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism)
- Plans to have surgery
- Seizures
- Any allergies, including to foods, dyes, or preservatives.
Also, let your healthcare provider know if you are:
- Pregnant or thinking of becoming pregnant
- Breastfeeding.
Make sure to tell your healthcare provider about any other medications you are taking, including prescription and nonprescription medicines, vitamins, and herbal supplements.
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