Sunitinib is a targeted cancer medicine that blocks several growth signals and the blood supply to tumours.

What Sunitinib Is Used For

Advanced kidney cancer
Gastrointestinal stromal tumour (GIST)
Some pancreatic tumours

Common Side Effects

Tiredness
Diarrhoea
Sore mouth
Hand-foot skin reaction

Precautions

It is used under a cancer team with regular blood pressure, heart and blood checks. Avoid grapefruit. Report bleeding, severe tummy pain or breathlessness.

This page is general information only. It is not a substitute for advice from your doctor or pharmacist, and it does not include dosage. Always follow the directions given to you and read the leaflet inside the pack.