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The most common side effects Clinical studies have shown that taking other drugs while also taking Tarceva may affect how well Tarceva works for you. Let your doctor know if you are taking other prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs or herbal supplements. Taking some drugs, such as blood thinners (Coumadin®, warfarin), while also taking Tarceva may increase your risk of bleeding. Liver problems may change the levels of Tarceva in the bloodstream; let your doctor know if you have a history of liver disease. www.tarceva.com Tarceva Side Effect My doctor started me with 50 mg of Tarceva, will increase to 100, then 150. After 2 weeks, slight original nausea has gone away, but horrible fatigue. No rash at all yet. I cannot stay awake long enough to function much at all. Anyone else have this problem? http://www.cancercompass.com What side effects may I notice from receiving Erlotinib? Side effects that you should report to your prescriber or health care professional as soon as possible: bleeding eye irritation eye pain fever mouth sores problems related to breathing including shortness of breath or cough severe or persistent diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, or loss of appetite www.drugdigest.org What is the most important information I should know about erlotinib? If you experience any of the following serious side effects from erlotinib, contact your doctor immediately: an allergic reaction (including difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives); lung problems (especially new or worsening difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, increased coughing, fever, or chest pain); severe or persistent nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, or diarrhea; or eye pain or irritation. health.yahoo.com