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Talking with your treatment team: Asking questions about ZOLINZA

Talking with your doctor or nurse is an important part of caring for yourself, understanding what to expect from treatment with ZOLINZA, and managing the side effects of treatment. You may want to ask these questions:

  • How is ZOLINZA different from other treatments?
  • How do I know if ZOLINZA is working?
  • How long will I be taking ZOLINZA?
  • How do I manage the side effects of ZOLINZA?
  • Whom do I call if I have side effects? And when should I call?
  • Are there prescription or over-the-counter medicines that will affect how ZOLINZA works?
  • Are there foods I need to avoid while taking ZOLINZA?

Be sure to write down the answers to your questions. Being educated is an important first step toward getting good care.

Important information about ZOLINZA

ZOLINZA is a medicine used to treat a type of cancer called cutaneous T-cell lymphoma, also called CTCL. ZOLINZA is used in patients when the CTCL gets worse, does not go away, or comes back after treatment with other medicines.

  • Periodically, your doctor will do blood tests to check your blood counts and electrolytes.
  • The most common side effects of ZOLINZA include stomach problems, such as diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, constipation, and weight loss; tiredness; taste changes; muscle aches; and hair loss.
  • Your doctor will tell you how many ZOLINZA capsules to take and when to take them. Swallow each capsule whole; do not chew it or break it open. If you cannot swallow the capsules whole, tell your doctor. You may need a different medicine.
  • ZOLINZA is available by prescription only.
  • Please read the Patient Information for ZOLINZA and discuss it with your doctor. The physician Prescribing Information also is included on this site.
  • You are encouraged to report negative side effects of prescription drugs to the FDA. Visit www.fda.gov/medwatch, or call 1-800-FDA-1088.
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