Description
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CompositionSunitinib Malate Capsules 50 mg, Sutent 50mg 28s (EG) is available
SimilaritySunitix 50mg 28s
UsageKidney cancer, Gastrointestinal stromal tumour
MG Medicals, Briefing of Sutent 50mg 28 Capsule
Uses of Sutent 50mg 28 CapsuleSutent 50mg Capsule is used in the treatment of kidney cancer and gastrointestinal stromal tumour.
Sutent 50mg 28 Capsule side reactionsNausea, Vomiting, Weakness, Edema (swelling), Rash, Abdominal pain, Loss of appetite, Dyspepsia, Discoloration of skin, Fatigue, Fever, Dry skin, Bleeding, Increased blood pressure, Diarrhoea, Constipation, Painful blisters on hands and feet, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Hair discolouration.
How to take Sutent 50mg 28 CapsuleTake this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Sutent 50mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Sutent 50mg 28 Capsule worksSutent 50mg Capsule 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.
MG Medicals, More Suggestion
Suggestion for Sutent 50mg 28 Capsule
- Consult your doctor if you have any of the following medical conditions: high blood pressure, blood disease, bleeding problems, or bruising, heart problems, abnormal blood clots in your arteries or veins causing stroke, chest pain or pain/swelling in legs, hypothyroidism (under-functioning) of thyroid gland, pancreatic or gallbladder disorders, liver problems or jaundice, skin and subcutaneous tissue disorders including infectious/non-infectious skin rashes, diabetes or seizure disorder.
- Tell your doctor if you have or are going to undergo a surgery, including dental surgery.
- Sunitinib can cause dizziness and unusual tiredness. Do not drive or operate machinery or engage in activities requiring mental alertness and coordination, until you feel fine.
- Sunitinib may cause your skin to turn yellow and your hair to lighten and lose color. This is normal and not a cause for concern.
- Your blood pressure should be checked regularly while you are taking sunitinib as it may cause high blood pressure.
- Tell your doctor if you are or planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.
MG Medicals, Tips & Warnings
Alcohol
Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
WEIGH RISKS VS BENEFITS
Sutent 50mg Capsule 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
Sutent 50mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during lactation. Limited human data suggest that the drug could represent a significant risk to the baby.
Driving
Sutent 50mg Capsule may make you feel dizzy, sleepy, tired, or decrease alertness. If this happens, do not drive.
Kidney
safe
Sutent 50mg Capsule is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Sutent 50mg Capsule is recommended.
Liver
Sutent 50mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sutent 50mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor. Limited information is available on the use of Sutent 50mg Capsule in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
MG Medicals, If miss a dose
If you miss a dose of Sutent 50mg Capsule, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
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