Xolimus
Xolimus Products are primarily used for
Breast cancer, Lung cancer, Pancreatic cancer
About Xolimus Products
Uses of Xolimus Products
Xolimus Products side effects
Common
Side Effects of Xolimus are Decreased appetite, Increased glucose level in blood, Pneumonitis, Hypercholesterolemia (high cholesterol), Increased aspartate aminotransferase, Decreased white blood cell count (lymphocytes), Lymphopenia, Increased alanine aminotransferase, Increased triglyceride level in blood, Joint pain, Pleural effusion, Pulmonary edema, Rash, Diarrhea, Infection, Breathlessness, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Fatigue, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Low blood platelets, Decreased potassium level in blood, Weight loss, Taste change.
How Xolimus Products work
Everolimus suppresses the activity of body's immune system and prevents rejection of the transplanted organ.
Patient Concerns about Xolimus Products
Frequently asked questions about Xolimus Products
Frequently asked questions about Everolimus
Q. Is any monitoring required while taking Xolimus 10 Tablet?
Regular monitoring is required while you are on Xolimus 10 Tablet. The doctor will advise blood tests to see the counts of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets since the counts may decrease during treatment with Xolimus 10 Tablet. Also, blood tests will be required to check your kidney function, liver function, blood glucose levels, and cholesterol levels.
Q. What should I avoid while taking Xolimus 10 Tablet?
You should avoid grapefruit or grapefruit juice while taking Xolimus 10 Tablet. This is because taking them together may increase the levels of Xolimus 10 Tablet in your blood to harmful levels. Avoid the use of live vaccinations and any possible contact with individuals who have received live vaccinations.
Q. What is the most important information I need to know about Xolimus 10 Tablet?
Xolimus 10 Tablet can cause serious side effects which include severe allergic reactions, angioedema, and kidney failure which can be severe and can lead to death. It is possible that you may develop an infection or problems related to lung such as breathing problems.
Q. Is Xolimus 10 Tablet a chemotherapy?
Xolimus 10 Tablet is an anticancer medicine. It belongs to kinase inhibitor class of medicines. It works by reducing the blood supply to the tumor, which slows down the growth and spread of cancer cells.
Q. How is Xolimus 10 Tablet administered?
Usually, Xolimus 10 Tablet is taken once or twice daily. The medicine should always either be taken with food or always be taken without food. Xolimus 10 Tablet should be swallowed whole with water and should not be crushed or chewed.
Q. How long can you take Xolimus 10 Tablet?
There is no definite duration of treatment with Xolimus 10 Tablet. Xolimus 10 Tablet is continued till clinical benefit is seen or unacceptable toxicity or side effects occur.
Q. How will I know that Xolimus 10 Tablet is shrinking my brain tumor?
The effect of Xolimus 10 Tablet in shrinking the size of tumor can only be checked by getting regular brain scans. It should be done as advised by your doctor and your treatment plan.
Q. Is Xolimus 10 Tablet cytotoxic?
Yes, Xolimus 10 Tablet is cytotoxic against human cancer cells of breast, stomach, prostate, and kidneys (renal cell carcinoma).
Q. Is Xolimus 10 Tablet a chemotherapy?
Xolimus 10 Tablet is an anticancer medicine. It belongs to kinase inhibitor class of medicines. It works by reducing the blood supply to the tumor, which slows down the growth and spread of cancer cells.
Q. How is Xolimus 10 Tablet administered?
Usually, Xolimus 10 Tablet is taken once or twice daily. The medicine should always either be taken with food or always be taken without food. Xolimus 10 Tablet should be swallowed whole with water and should not be crushed or chewed.
Q. How long can you take Xolimus 10 Tablet?
There is no definite duration of treatment with Xolimus 10 Tablet. Xolimus 10 Tablet is continued till clinical benefit is seen or unacceptable toxicity or side effects occur.
Q. Is any monitoring required while taking Xolimus 10 Tablet?
Regular monitoring is required while you are on Xolimus 10 Tablet. The doctor will advise blood tests to see the counts of red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets since the counts may decrease during treatment with Xolimus 10 Tablet. Also, blood tests will be required to check your kidney function, liver function, blood glucose levels, and cholesterol levels.
Q. How will I know that Xolimus 10 Tablet is shrinking my brain tumor?
The effect of Xolimus 10 Tablet in shrinking the size of tumor can only be checked by getting regular brain scans. It should be done as advised by your doctor and your treatment plan.
Q. What should I avoid while taking Xolimus 10 Tablet?
You should avoid grapefruit or grapefruit juice while taking Xolimus 10 Tablet. This is because taking them together may increase the levels of Xolimus 10 Tablet in your blood to harmful levels. Avoid the use of live vaccinations and any possible contact with individuals who have received live vaccinations.
Q. What is the most important information I need to know about Xolimus 10 Tablet?
Xolimus 10 Tablet can cause serious side effects which include severe allergic reactions, angioedema, and kidney failure which can be severe and can lead to death. It is possible that you may develop an infection or problems related to lung such as breathing problems.
Q. Is Xolimus 10 Tablet cytotoxic?
Yes, Xolimus 10 Tablet is cytotoxic against human cancer cells of breast, stomach, prostate, and kidneys (renal cell carcinoma).