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Rafinlar 75mg Capsule

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Product introduction

Rafinlar 75mg Capsule is used in the treatment of malignant melanoma, a type of skin cancer. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by the doctor.

Rafinlar 75mg Capsule should be taken at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal in the dose as advised by the doctor. The duration of treatment varies on the basis of your response to the treatment. Your doctor may advice regular eye examinations while taking this medicine. You must inform the doctor if you experience eye irritation, blurred vision, eye pain, or other vision changes during your treatment.

The most common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, fever, nausea, and headache. If they do not go away or get worse, tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects. It is very strong medicine and some people may develop serious side effects while taking it. It may lower your ability to fight infections and lead to problems with your blood, liver, or kidneys. Inform your doctor if you notice unusual bleeding or bruising, lack of energy, loss of appetite, and yellowing of eyes. Your doctor will advise you regular blood tests to check for these.

Before taking Rafinlar 75mg Capsule, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine, so let your doctor know about all the medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during the treatment with this drug is important to avoid pregnancy.

There is a Patient Support Program/Patient Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by Tata 1mg. Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same. You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details.


Uses of Rafinlar Capsule

Benefits of Rafinlar Capsule

In Treatment of Malignant melanoma

Malignant melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops in melanocytes, the cells that produce the pigment called melanin. Melanin is the pigment that gives the skin its color. Malignant melanoma is the most deadly and aggressive kind of skin cancer. Rafinlar 75mg Capsule sticks to the genetic code, called DNA, of the cancer cells and kills them. It also prevents their growth and further spread, which help treat cancer.

Side effects of Rafinlar 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 Rafinlar

  • Diarrhea
  • Fever
  • Nausea
  • Chills
  • Headache
  • Joint pain
  • Cough
  • Muscle pain
  • Swelling

How to use Rafinlar Capsule

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Rafinlar 75mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.

How Rafinlar Capsule works

Rafinlar 75mg Capsule is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking the activity of BRAF, a mutated protein that regulates cell growth. A BRAF mutation enables cells to divide at abnormal rate and grow into a melanoma tumor.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Rafinlar 75mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rafinlar 75mg Capsule may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Rafinlar 75mg Capsule 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
Rafinlar 75mg Capsule may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rafinlar 75mg Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Rafinlar 75mg Capsule is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Rafinlar 75mg Capsule is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Rafinlar 75mg Capsule is recommended.

All substitutes

For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine

Quick tips

  • Rafinlar 75mg Capsule is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat a type of skin cancer called melanoma.
  • Take it on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
  • Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine and for 4 months after you stop taking it.
  • Inform your doctor if you get headaches, stomach pain or if you notice blood in your urine or stools.
  • Get regular eye examinations while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you get eye irritation, blurred vision, eye pain or other vision changes during your treatment.
  • Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms of liver damage such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin.
  • Rafinlar 75mg Capsule is used alone or in combination with other medicines to treat a type of skin cancer called melanoma.
  • Take it on an empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal.
  • Do not drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
  • Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine and for 4 months after you stop taking it.
  • Inform your doctor if you get headaches, stomach pain or if you notice blood in your urine or stools.
  • Get regular eye examinations while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you get eye irritation, blurred vision, eye pain or other vision changes during your treatment.
  • Inform your doctor if you develop symptoms of liver damage such as abdominal pain, loss of appetite, darkened urine or yellowing of the eyes or skin.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Sulfanilide Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
BRAF inhibitor

Patient concerns

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Brain star tablet for which disice
Dr. Vikas Sharma
Neurology
For neuroleptic malignant syndrome
if any one detect with melanoma is it sure that he/she gonna die after 5 or 10 year
Dr. Sanjay Singh Rai
Medical Oncology and Hematology
No if melanoma is localized it can be removed by surgery
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Name: Novartis India Ltd
Address: Sandoz House, Shiv Sagar Estate, Worli Mumbai -400 018, India
Country of origin: United kingdom
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