Regonat Tablet
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Product introduction
Regonat Tablet is a Tyrosine kinase inhibitors used in the treatment of cancer of colon and rectum.
Regonat Tablet should be taken with food, but try to have it at the same time every day to get the most benefits. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
The most common side effects of this medicine include infection, low blood platelets, anemia, decreased appetite, hemorrhage, and high blood pressure. It can also cause voice change, diarrhea, stomatitis, vomiting, nausea, bilirubin in urine, increased liver enzyme, rash, weakness, pain, fever, mucosal inflammation, and weight loss. If any of these side effects bother you, let your doctor know. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with liver functioning.
Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all 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 treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Regonat Tablet should be taken with food, but try to have it at the same time every day to get the most benefits. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
The most common side effects of this medicine include infection, low blood platelets, anemia, decreased appetite, hemorrhage, and high blood pressure. It can also cause voice change, diarrhea, stomatitis, vomiting, nausea, bilirubin in urine, increased liver enzyme, rash, weakness, pain, fever, mucosal inflammation, and weight loss. If any of these side effects bother you, let your doctor know. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with liver functioning.
Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all 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 treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.
Uses of Regonat Tablet
Benefits of Regonat Tablet
In Cancer of colon and rectum
Cancer of the colon and rectum, also known as colorectal cancer (CRC) or bowel cancer, is the development of cancer from two parts of the large intestine, namely, the colon or rectum. In this type of cancer, the person may notice symptoms such as blood in the stool, a change in bowel movements, weight loss, and fatigue. Regonat Tablet treats and also lowers the risk of developing further cancerous growths (polyps) and bowel cancer. It kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective, yet very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. Avoid drinking alcohol or smoking while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Side effects of Regonat 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 Regonat
- Infection
- Low blood platelets
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Rash
- Weakness
- Vomiting
- Pain
- Nausea
- Fever
- Diarrhea
- High blood pressure
- Decreased appetite
- Mucosal inflammation
- Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
- Increased liver enzymes
- Weight loss
- Voice change
- Bilirubin in urine
How to use Regonat 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. Regonat Tablet is to be taken with food.
How Regonat Tablet works
Regonat 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Regonat Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Regonat 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
Regonat 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Regonat Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Regonat Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Regonat Tablet is recommended.
However, limited information is available on use of Regonat Tablet in patients with severe kidney disease.
However, limited information is available on use of Regonat Tablet in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Regonat Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Regonat Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised while you are taking this medicine. Use of Regonat Tablet is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests is advised while you are taking this medicine. Use of Regonat Tablet is not recommended in patients with the severe liver disease.
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Quick tips
- Regonat Tablet is used in the treatment of cancers of colon and rectum.
- 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.
- Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking this medication. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms of very high blood pressure such as severe headache, confusion, problems with your eyesight, nausea or vomiting.
- It may cause serious bleeding problem. Inform your doctor if you get headaches, stomach pain or if you notice blood in your urine or stools.
- Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
- Take it with food, preferably at the same time each day.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Diarylethers Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Tyrosine kinase inhibitors
Patient concerns
FAQs
Is Regonat Tablet chemotherapy?
Yes, Regonat Tablet is used as a chemotherapy to treat cancer of stomach (gastrointestinal stromal tumors), colon or rectal, in cases who have been treated with other cancer treatments or are incurable with other treatments.
How is Regonat Tablet administered?
Regonat Tablet needs to be administered orally as advised by your doctor. It is to be taken at the same time of the day, with food.
Does Regonat Tablet shrink tumors?
Yes, Regonat Tablet works either by shrinking the tumor or stops it from growing further.
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Address: Natco House, Road No.2, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad-500 034, India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
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Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
Expires on or after: February, 2025
A licensed vendor partner from your nearest location will deliver Regonat Tablet. Once the pharmacy accepts your order, the details of the pharmacy will be shared with you. Acceptance of your order is based on the validity of your doctor's ℞ and the availability of this medicine.
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Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India
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