Product Details:
Country of Origin | Made in India |
Composition | Gefitinib |
Brand | Geftistar, Tabgef, Chemogef, Emfib, Zefotib |
Treatment | Non-small cell lung cancer |
Form | Tablet |
Storage | Store below 30 DegreeC |
Packaging Size | 10 * 10 |
Prescription/Non prescription | Non prescription |
Manufacturer | Cipla, Intas pharmaceutical, Zydus cadila |
Shelf life | 24 months |
Strength | 250mg |
Gefitinib Tablet is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. It is used in 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.
Gefitinib Tablet can be taken with or without food, but better to have it same time every day for better results. The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, rash, vomiting and weight loss. It may cause severe diarrhea, drink plenty of fluids or consult with your doctor if it bothers you. It makes you sensitive towards sunlight, hence wear protective clothing or use sunscreen while going out. In case you develop ulceration in mouth, changes in your vision, or breathing difficulties than it is better to inform the doctor.
In Non-small cell lung cancer
Non-small cell lung cancer is one of the major kinds of lung cancer and it affects both smokers as well as non-smokers. Gefitinib Tablet helps treat non-small cell lung cancer and may be given alone or in combination with other medicines. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
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Product Details:
Packaging Size | 30 pills |
Brand | Xtane |
Composition | Exemestane |
Manufacturer | Natco Pharma |
Treatment | Breast Cancer |
Prescription/Non prescription | Non prescription |
Form | Tablet |
Shelf life | 24 months |
Storage | Store below 30 DegreeC |
Strength | 25mg |
Country of Origin | Made in India |
Xtane Tablet is an aromatase inhibitor. It is used in the treatment of breast cancer in women who have gone through menopause. It works by adjusting the level of estrogen and helps in slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
Xtane Tablet is also used in combination with medication in early cancer to prevent the risk of coming back. It should be taken with food, but take it at the same time every day to get the most benefit. The most common side effects of the medicine include insomnia (difficulty sleeping), headache, nausea, and joint pain.
Xtane Tablet relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipple or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. It works by altering the production of those hormones in the body that are essential for the growth and spread of breast cancer. It may also interact with other hormones or have a direct effect on the cancer to stop its growth.
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