Erlotinib

Erlotinib is prescribed to patients suffering from metastatic lung cancer, or cancer of the lung which is at a very advanced stage. It is also used in the treatment of some kinds of pancreatic cancers, along with a combination of other drugs.

This medication is known to be a tyrosine kinase inhibitor, and functions by preventing the growth of cancer cells, and destroying them in the process. It is generally not prescribed to patients who are hypersensitive to any substance that is present in it or is undergoing chemotherapy that is platinum-based. Patients who are using a proton pump inhibitor should not take this medicine either.

The medicine should be taken orally at least an hour before a meal. You can gulp it down with the help of some water. In case of a missed dose, get in touch with your health professional and seek advice.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Pancreatic Cancer

• Small Cell Lung Cancer

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Hypersensitivity

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Fatigue

• Abdominal Pain

• Infections

• Constipation

• Diarrhoea

• Fever

• Stomatitis (Inflammation Of The Mouth)

• Rash

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  This medicine is unsafe to use during pregnancy.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  This medication is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  Caution to be advised in patients with severe impaired renal function.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult a doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Erlotinib, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

• Are there any overdose instructions?

  Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Erlotinib as ingredient

• Erlonat 150Mg Tablet

  Natco Pharma Ltd

• Erlotirel 150mg Tablet

  Reliance Life Sciences

• Lortinib 150Mg Tablet

  RPG Life Sciences Ltd

• Zyceva 150mg Tablet

  Zydus Cadila

• Zyceva 100mg Tablet

  Zydus Cadila

• Erlonat 100Mg Tablet

  Natco Pharma Ltd

• Erlokem 150Mg Tablet

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Tyrokinin 100Mg Tablet

  Dr Reddy s Laboratories Ltd

• Erlotec 150Mg Tablet

  United Biotech Pvt Ltd

• Tyrokinin 150Mg Tablet

  Dr Reddy s Laboratories Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

This medicine is implemented as a kind of treatment for non-small cell cancer of the lungs and pancreatic cancer. The medication acts as an inhibitor for the epidermal growth factor receptor.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Ques : What is Erlotinib?

  Ans : This medication is prescribed to patients suffering from metastatic lung cancer, or cancer of the lung which is at a very advanced stage.

• Ques : How long do I need to use Erlotinib before I see improvement in my condition?

  Ans : This medication is to be taken till the time you see an improvement in your health conditions.

• Ques : At what frequency do I need to use Erlotinib?

  Ans : This medication should be taken in the dosage as prescribed by the doctor.

• Ques : Should I use Erlotinib empty stomach, before food or after food?

  Ans : The medicine should be taken orally at least an hour before a meal.

• Ques : What are the instructions for the storage and disposal of Erlotinib?

  Ans : This medication should be kept in a cool dry place and in its original packaging. Make sure this medication remains unreachable to children and pets.

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  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/erlotinib

• Erlotinib-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:

  https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00530

• ERLOTINIB tablet,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:

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