Description
MG Medicals, Quality Assurance
CompositionAfatinib dimaleate (40mg)
SimilarityGilotrif 40 mg, Xovoltib 40 mg-Boehringer Ingelheim Pharmaceuticals, Afanat 40 mg -Natco, Afanix 40mg
StorageRoom Temperature
MG Medicals, Briefing of Afanat 40mg 28 Tablet
Uses of Afanat 40mg 28 TabletUsed in the treatment of Non-small cell lung cancer.
Afanat 40mg 28 Tablet side reactionsDiarrhea, Rash, Dry skin, Nausea, Vomiting, Loss of appetite, Itching, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Nail disorder
How to take Afanat 40mg 28 TabletTake this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Afanat 40mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
How Afanat 40mg 28 Tablet worksAfanat 40 mg Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. It works by binding and inhibiting the enzyme receptors (EGFR, HER2, and HER4) that are responsible for the growth of cancer cells. Hence, resulting in the downregulation of signaling pathways. This is how it to stop or slow the spread of cancer.
MG Medicals, More Suggestion
Suggestion for Afanat 40mg 28 Tablet
- You have been prescribed Afanat 40 mg Tablet for the treatment of certain type of lung cancer (non-small cell lung cancer).
- Take Afanat 40 mg Tablet on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before a meal or 2 hours after a meal.
- Diarrhea is common with Afanat 40 mg Tablet and may sometimes be severe. Your doctor may prescribe medicines to treat diarrhea. Stay hydrated and take this medicine exactly as directed.
- Afanat 40 mg Tablet can make your skin sensitive to the sun. Limit your time in the sun. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing if you have to be in sunlight.
- Afanat 40 mg Tablet can cause redness, rash, and acne. Get treatment for skin reactions as soon as you notice them.
- 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.
MG Medicals, Tips & Warnings
Alcohol
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Afanat 40 mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy. There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.
Lactation
caution
Afanat 40 mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.
Driving
There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.
Kidney
Afanat 40 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Afanat 40 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
Afanat 40 mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Afanat 40 mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
MG Medicals, If miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Afanat 40 mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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