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ALECensa 150mg Capsule

Written By Dr. Subita Alagh, BDS
Reviewed By Dr. Rajeev Sharma, MBA, MBBS
Last updated on 23 Mar 2026 | 11:29 AM (IST)
ALECensa 150mg Capsule is a medicine used to treat non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that is positive for a genetic mutation called ALK (anaplastic lymphoma kinase). It is usually prescribed when the cancer has spread to other parts of the body or has returned after treatment.
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General Information

Contains

Alectinib (150mg)

Marketer

Roche Products India Pvt Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C
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Product introduction

ALECensa 150mg Capsule works by blocking the activity of the abnormal ALK protein that drives the growth and spread of cancer cells. This way it helps slow down or stop the progression of the disease and may help shrink the tumor.


Take ALECensa 150mg Capsule exactly as prescribed by your doctor, usually with food. For best results, take the doses at the same time each day to maintain a consistent level of the medicine in your body. Do not skip or stop taking the medicine unless advised by your doctor, even if you feel better. During treatment, your doctor may recommend regular blood tests and scans to check how well the medicine is working and to monitor for any side effects. Stay active, eat a nutritious diet, and get enough to support your treatment and recovery.


Common side effects of ALECensa 150mg Capsule include tiredness, constipation, swelling in the hands or feet, muscle pain, and changes in liver function tests. Some people may also experience slow heartbeat, skin rash, or vision problems. Most side effects can be managed with supportive care or dose adjustments, so it is important to stay in regular contact with your doctor.


Before starting ALECensa 150mg Capsule, inform your doctor if you have liver problems, lung disease, or heart problems. Pregnant and breastfeeding women should consult their doctor before using this medicine to make sure it is safe for them. Use effective contraception during treatment and for a period after stopping the medication, as ALECensa 150mg Capsule can harm an unborn baby.

Uses of ALECensa Capsule

Benefits of ALECensa Capsule

Treatment of Non-small cell lung cancer
Non-small cell lung cancer is a type of lung cancer that can cause persistent cough, chest pain, breathing difficulty, and weight loss. ALECensa 150mg Capsule is used in patients who are suffering from cancer. It helps slow the growth and spread of the cancer, improves symptoms, and supports a better quality of life.

Side effects of ALECensa Capsule

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common side effects of ALECensa
  • Tiredness
  • Constipation
  • Peripheral edema
  • Muscle pain
  • Muscle weakness
  • Decreased red blood cell count

How to use ALECensa Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. ALECensa 150mg Capsule should be taken with or after food.

How ALECensa Capsule works

ALECensa 150mg Capsule is an anticancer medication. It works by blocking certain receptors found on the cancer cells. These receptors cause the cancer cells to grow and multiply very fast. Hence, blocking them helps to slow or stop tumor growth.

Quick tips

  • You have been prescribed ALECensa 150mg Capsule for the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer that is locally advanced, or has spread to other areas of the body.
  • Take it with food, preferably at the same time each day.
  • It can make your skin more sensitive to sun. Use sunscreen and protective clothing when outdoors. 
  • Your doctor may want you to have regular blood tests to monitor your liver and kidney function while you are having treatment with this medicine. 
  • Do not take ALECensa 150mg Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Use reliable methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
  • Inform your doctor if you develop breathing difficulties, stomach pain, yellowing of skin or eyes or muscle pain as ALECensa 150mg Capsule may affect your lungs, liver, muscles or kidneys.

Safety advice

Alcohol

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with ALECensa 150mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
ALECensa 150mg Capsule is not recommended during pregnancy as there is positive evidence of fetal risk based on animal studies. However, it may still be prescribed by a doctor in situations where the benefits outweigh the risks.
Breast feeding

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Information regarding the use of ALECensa 150mg Capsule during breastfeeding is not available. Please consult your doctor.
Driving

Driving

UNSAFE
ALECensa 150mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision, or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney

Kidney

There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Liver

Liver

There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Interaction with drugs

Taking ALECensa with any of the following medicines can modify the effect of either of them and cause some undesirable side effects
Moderate

Fingolimod (Oral Route)

Do not consume Fingolimod with Alectinib. If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms of Fingolimod side effects such as back pain, diarrhea, headache, increased thirst, confusion or dizziness and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may closely monitor your ECG and adjust the doses as per the observations.
Moderate

Bemiparin (Injection Route)

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite, dark urine or jaundice and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per the observations.
Moderate

Certoparin (Injection Route)

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite, dark urine or jaundice and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per the observations.
Moderate

Dalteparin (Injection Route)

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite, dark urine or jaundice and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per the observations.
Moderate

Enoxaparin (Injection Route)

If concurrent use is essential, watch out for symptoms such as fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite, dark urine or jaundice and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the doses as per the observations.

Frequently asked questions

ALECensa 150mg Capsule is an anti-cancer medicine used to treat alk-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Doctors prescribe it after surgery to prevent cancer from returning (adjuvant treatment), or for advanced, metastatic lung cancer that has spread to other parts of the body.
ALECensa 150mg Capsule slows, or stops the growth of cancer cells that carry the alk-positive mutation. It helps shrink tumors and delay the spread of cancer, improving how long patients live without the disease getting worse.
There are no specific contraindications listed, but individuals should not take ALECensa 150mg Capsule if they are allergic to it or any of its ingredients. Always tell your doctor about allergies, liver or kidney problems, or heart issues before starting this medicine.
While on ALECensa 150mg Capsule treatment, your doctor will regularly check liver function (ALT, AST, bilirubin), kidney function (creatinine levels), heart rate, and blood pressure, and muscle enzyme levels (CPK). These help detect side effects early and adjust your dose if needed.
Yes. ALECensa 150mg Capsule may cause serious liver injury. Watch for symptoms such as yellowing of the eyes or skin, dark urine, unusual tiredness, or loss of appetite. If these occur, contact your doctor immediately.
ALECensa 150mg Capsule can rarely cause lung inflammation (interstitial lung disease, or pneumonitis). Seek medical help if you notice shortness of breath, persistent cough, chest discomfort, or fever. Your doctor may stop the medicine if this side effect occurs.
Yes. ALECensa 150mg Capsule may cause bradycardia (slow heartbeat). If you feel dizzy, faint, or unusually tired, tell your doctor right away. Your doctor may check your heart rhythm and adjust your treatment.
ALECensa 150mg Capsule can sometimes cause muscle pain, tenderness, or weakness due to elevated CPK levels. Regular monitoring helps ensure your muscles remain healthy. Report any unexplained pain immediately.
Yes. In some cases, ALECensa 150mg Capsule may cause kidney problems. Symptoms include reduced urination, swelling in your legs, or unusual fatigue. Your doctor will monitor your kidney function during treatment.
ALECensa 150mg Capsule may rarely cause hemolytic anemia, a condition where red blood cells break down faster than they are made. Signs include fatigue, pale skin, or dark-colored urine. If suspected, your doctor will stop the medicine and do blood tests.
Serious side effects of ALECensa 150mg Capsule may include severe shortness of breath, or cough, yellowing of the skin, or eyes, irregular, or slow heartbeat, severe muscle pain, or weakness, and dark urine, or extreme tiredness. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience any of these symptoms.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Carbazoles

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors (TKIs)

References

  1. OncoLink. Alectinib; 2017. [Accessed 18 Jan. 2019] [online] Available from:
  2. Alectinib. South San Francisco, CA: Genentech USA, Inc.; 2015 [revised Nov. 2017]. [Accessed 26 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  3. Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO). [Accessed 27 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
  4. Alectinib hydrochloride. Grenzach-Wyhlen, Germany: Roche Registration GmbH; 2017 [revised 31 May 2018]. [Accessed 26 Mar. 2019] (online) Available from:
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Address: 1503, 15th Floor, ‘The Capital’, Plot no. C-70, Behind ICICI Bank, BKC, Bandra (E) , Mumbai 400051

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