Gefitinib is generally used in treatment of the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. It is generally used in treatment of patients in which it has spread to other parts of the body, who have abnormal epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) genes, and who have not had previous treatment for cancer.
Side effects
Diarrhoea
Dry skin
Loss of appetite
Nausea
Rash
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Vomiting
Weakness
How to use
Consume this medicine in the dosage and duration as per your doctors advise. While taking Gefitinib, swallow it completely without crushing, breaking or chewing it. Gefitinib is advised to be taken at a fixed time, but may be taken together with food (or) without food.
How it works
Gefitinib is an anti-cancer drug. It works by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply. This helps to stop or slow the spread of cancer cells.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Gefitinib a monoclonal antibody? No. It is not a monoclonal antibody.It is a tyrosine kinase inhibitors.
Expert Advice
Do not take antacids (to reduce the acid level of your stomach) 2 hours before or 1 hour after taking Gefitinib.Take the tablet at about the same time each day.Do not give Gefitinib to children.Do not take Gefitinib, if you are allergic to Gefitinib or similar medicines or to any of the other ingredients.Avoid using Gefitinib, if you are pregnant or are breast-feeding.Avoid becoming pregnant during treatment with Gefitinib because it could harm your baby.If you are taking a medicine containing warfarin as an active substance, your doctor may need to do blood tests more often.You may feel weak while taking this medicine, be careful while driving or using tools or machines.
Product Details
SKU: PC-33975 Product Description: Geftinat 250 mg Tablet is manufactured by Natco Pharma Ltd Packing: Bottle Condition: New Sold by: Pulse Pharmacy India Pvt. Ltd.