Side effects of Acalabrutinib

I am on Acalabrutinib tablets. And am having a few problems with my nose it fills stuffy and is sore. Is there anything I can take to relieve the dryness in my nose.

  • Hello and thanks for posting

    I'm sorry your nose is feeling uncomfortable. One of the side effects of acalabrutinib is that it can cause inflammation in the nose which can make it feel stuffy and sore.

    You may want to try a saline spray as it can help keep your nasal passages moist and it can soothe dryness. You can also gently apply a small amount of petroleum jelly or a water based nasal gel inside your nostrils as this can keep the area moisturised. Drinking plenty of fluids throughout the day can help the nasal passages from drying out.

    We would always advise talking to your healthcare team about this. They might have specific recommendations based on your situation.

    I hope this helps. Give us a ring if you would like to talk anything over. The number to call is Freephone 0808 800 4040 and the lines are open from 9am till 5pm Monday to Friday.

    Kind regards,

    Celene