Tykerb 250 mg
Tykerb 250 mg is the trade name for lapatinib. In some cases, health care specialists may use the trade name Tykerb when referring to the generic drug name lapatinib.
- Category : Anti Cancer
- Manufacturer : Generic
- Active Substance : Lapatinib
- Customer Rate
- Prescription : Required or Will Provide upon Online Doctor Consultation
INTRODUCTION
TYKERB 250MG TABLET contains Lapatinib which belongs to the group of medicines called Anticancer agents. It is used to treat metastatic breast cancer (cancer that has been spread to other parts of the body from breast). It is mostly used in combination with other anticancer or hormonal medicines (such as capecitabine, trastuzumab or anastrozole) to achieve better results.
TYKERB 250MG TABLET can be taken either one hour before or one hour after food. During treatment with TYKERB 250MG TABLET, your doctor will periodically monitor your heart, liver, kidney and lung functions as a precaution.
Before taking TYKERB 250MG TABLET, inform your doctor if you have any lung, liver, kidney or heart problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have diarrhea before taking this medicine.
Do not take TYKERB 250MG TABLET without consulting your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. The most common side effects of taking TYKERB 250MG TABLET are nausea, vomiting, weakness, indigestion, constipation, sore mouth, trouble sleeping, back pain, joint pain, headache, hot flushes, hair loss, nail disorder and abnormal heartbeat. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects worsen.
USES OF TYKERB 250MG TABLET
- Treats metastatic breast cancer
HOW TYKERB 250MG TABLET WORKS
TYKERB 250MG TABLET is an anticancer agent. It works by blocking the actions of certain cellular proteins (tyrosine kinase) that triggers cancer cell formation. It also blocks various downstream cell signalling pathways that triggers cancer growth within the body. As a result, it reduces cancer formation and prevents its further growth within the body.
DIRECTIONS FOR USE
Take TYKERB 250MG TABLET as advised by your physician. Swallow the medicine with a glass of water. Do not crush or chew the medicine. TYKERB 250MG TABLET can be taken either one hour before or one hour after food.
Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition. Continue to take TYKERB 250MG TABLET for the stipulated duration instructed by your doctor to achieve better results.
SIDE EFFECTS OF TYKERB 250MG TABLET
COMMON
- Nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite
- Tiredness, weakness
- Indigestion, constipation, stomach pain
- Sore mouth, trouble sleeping
- Back pain, pain in hands and feet, joint pain
- Skin reaction on the palms of the hands or soles of the feet (including tingling, numbness, pain, swelling or reddening)
- Headache
- Nose bleeds, hot flushes
- Unusual hair loss or thinning
- Nail disorder
- Abnormal heartbeat
RARE
Stop taking TYKERB 250MG TABLET and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- Signs of allergic reactions (such as skin rash, itching, swelling of the face, lips, tongue and throat causing difficulty in breathing or swallowing)
- Severe diarrhea
- Severe skin rash with skin dryness and itching
- Severe cough and shortness of breath (signs of lung damage)
Tykerb 250 mg is the trade name for lapatinib. In some cases, health care specialists may use the trade name Tykerb when referring to the generic drug name lapatinib.
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