Let's take a minute to talk about your medication.

This is Calquence. It is used to help treat different types of cancer, like certain leukemias and lymphomas. It may have other uses, too. 

Calquence is a capsule that is taken by mouth. Make sure to take it at the same time each day. You should take it with a full glass of water. You can take this medicine with or without food. You should take it exactly as your doctor tells you to. You should swallow the capsules whole, and do not crush, chew, or cut them.

Most people tolerate this medicine well. Common side effects include a headache, diarrhea, and muscle or joint pain. Bruising and respiratory infections are also common but can be signs of a more serious condition. Tell your doctor right away if you notice any unusual changes to your body. If these or other side effects become reasons you want to stop taking this medicine, please talk to your doctor or pharmacist. You should not stop taking it, unless your doctor says it's okay. 

As with any medicine, rare but serious side effects can occur. With Calquence, this includes changes to your heart rhythm, bleeding, and risk of infections or new cancers. You should read the Patient Information Sheet for more information on which symptoms to watch for and when to report changes. To help keep this medicine safe for you, your doctor will follow your condition closely and may order blood tests.

Calquence can interact with other medicines. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medicines. 

Calquence can harm unborn babies. Women must talk to their doctors about which birth control methods to use and for how long. Women should not breastfeed.

For best results with Calquence, work closely with your healthcare team to manage side effects.