Gefitero Tablet
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Product introduction
Gefitero 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.
Gefitero Tablet should be taken in a dose as recommended by the doctor. You should continue to take it as long as your doctor advises for it. The duration of treatment varies according to your need and response to treatment. Your doctor may advice for regular monitoring of liver function while your taking this medicine.
Common side effects include diarrhea, dry skin, loss of appetite, and nausea. Drink plenty of fluids to reduce the risk of side effects. Inform your doctor if any of the side effects bother you or get worse. In case you develop ulceration in mouth, changes in your vision, or breathing difficulties than it is better to inform the doctor.
Women who are undergoing treatment should use effective contraception method. It is important to avoid pregnancy during the treatment and for a month after completing the course of medicine. Let your doctor also know about all the other medications you are taking.
Uses of Gefitero Tablet
Benefits of Gefitero Tablet
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. Gefitero 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.
Side effects of Gefitero Tablet
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 Gefitero
- Diarrhea
- Dry skin
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea
- Rash
- Vomiting
- Weakness
- Weight loss
- Eating disorder
- Allergic reaction
How to use Gefitero Tablet
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Gefitero Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Gefitero Tablet works
Gefitero Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. 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.
Safety advice
Alcohol
UNSAFE
It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Gefitero Tablet.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gefitero Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Gefitero Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving
UNSAFE
Gefitero Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Gefitero Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gefitero Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Gefitero Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Gefitero Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
What if you forget to take Gefitero Tablet?
If you miss a dose of Gefitero Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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Quick tips
- Gefitero Tablet helps treat non-small cell lung cancer that is locally advanced, or has spread to other areas of the body.
- Take it with or without food, preferably at the same time each day.
- Do not take antacids (to reduce the acid level of your stomach) 2 hours before or 1 hour after taking this medicine.
- Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
- Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine and for a month after you stop taking it.
- Inform your doctor if you develop ulceration in your mouth, changes in your vision or if you experience a worsening cough, shortness of breath, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
- Your doctor may want you to have regular blood tests to monitor your liver function while you are having treatment with this medicine.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Quinazolinamines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Tyrosine kinase inhibitors
Patient concerns
User feedback
Patients taking Gefitero Tablet
Once A Day
93%
Twice A Day
7%
What are you using Gefitero Tablet for?
Others
40%
Non-small cel*
40%
Small cell lu*
20%
*Non-small cell lung cancer, Small cell lung cancer
How much was the improvement?
Average
53%
Poor
33%
Excellent
13%
What were the side-effects while using Gefitero Tablet?
No Side Effec*
33%
Nausea
17%
Loss of appet*
17%
Rash
17%
Weakness
17%
*No Side Effect, Loss of appetite
How do you take Gefitero Tablet?
With or witho*
50%
With food
50%
*With or without food
Please rate Gefitero Tablet on price
Expensive
100%
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Tata 1mg's sole intention is to ensure that its consumers get information that is expert-reviewed, accurate and trustworthy. However, the information contained herein should NOT be used as a substitute for the advice of a qualified physician. The information provided here is for informational purposes only. This may not cover everything about particular health conditions, lab tests, medicines, all possible side effects, drug interactions, warnings, alerts, etc. Please consult your doctor and discuss all your queries related to any disease or medicine. We intend to support, not replace, the doctor-patient relationship.References
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