Erlocip Erlotinib 150mg tablet is used to treat non-small cell lung cancer and pancreatic cancer.
Erlocip Erlotinib 150mg tablet should be taken on an empty stomach or taken one hour before or two hours after a meal. You should continue to take it as long as your doctor tells you to. Treatment duration varies depending on your needs and response to treatment. You should follow your doctor's instructions exactly. Taking it the wrong way or 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.
This medication can interact with many other medications, so inform your healthcare team about all the medications you take. We do not recommend this medicine during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. To avoid pregnancy, both males and females should use effective contraception during treatment. We recommend quitting smoking while taking this medicine, as it may impact its effectiveness. If you have to take an antacid or any other medicine, take it at least 2 hours after taking the cancer medicine.
Uses of Erlotinib tablet
1. Pancreatic cancer
2. Non-small-cell lung cancer
Benefits of Erlotinib tablet
Pancreatic cancer
Pancreas are very important for digestion of whatever you eat as well as blood sugar metabolism because they produce the body's natural insulin. This medication helps to manage pancreatic cancer and alleviate symptoms such as loss of appetite or unexplained weight loss. Erlocip Erlotinib 150mg tablet work by inhibiting the chemicals that promote the growth and spread of pancreatic cancer. This treatment can contribute to a longer and healthier life.
Non-small cell lung cancer
Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) is a common type of lung cancer that affects both smokers and non-smokers. Erlocip 150 mg tablets are used to treat NSCLC and can be administered alone or in combination with other medications. Given its potency and toxicity, it is crucial to discuss the potential risks and benefits of this treatment with your doctor. While receiving this treatment, you should avoid drinking alcohol and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
How to use Erlotinib 150mg tablet
Take this medicine at the dose and duration prescribed by your doctor. Swallow it whole; do not chew, crush, or break it. Erlotinib 150 mg tablets should be taken on an empty stomach.
How Erlotinib tablet works
Erlocip Erlotinib 150mg tablet is an anti-cancer medication. Lung cancer cell surfaces express epidermal growth factor receptors (EGFR), which modulate their growth. This medicine works by binding the chemical messenger, EGFR; hence, it inhibits the cancer signaling pathways mediated by EGFR. This is how it restricts the cancer cells' further growth.
Indications: 1. Advanced or metastatic non-small lung cancer (NSCLC)
2. Advanced or metastatic pancreatic cancer
References
1. Genentech, US Food and Drug Administration, [ Revised on April 2010] [ Accessed on 14th April 2021],https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2010/021743s14s16lbl.pdf
2. Goodman & Gilman’s, The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, Targeted Therapies: Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors, Monoclonal Antibodies, and Cytokines, 12th edition, 2011, 1735-1737.
FAQ - Erlotinib
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Erlotinib 150mg tablet is used to treat non-small cell lung cancer and pancreatic cancer.
2How should I take an Erlotinib 150 mg tablet?
Always take this medicine exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take the tablet at least one hour before or two hours after meals, and do so at the same time each day.
3 Does an Erlotinib 150 mg tablet cause eye dryness?
Yes, this medication can cause eye dryness and conjunctivitis. Therefore, before starting this medication, patients should inform their doctor about any history of vision problems or use of contact lenses.
4Can I take an Erlotinib 150 mg tablet during pregnancy?
This medication is extremely dangerous during pregnancy because it can have harmful effects on the developing baby. While taking this medication, avoid making plans to have children or pregnancy.
5Can I smoke while taking the Erlotinib 150 mg tablet?
Avoid smoking while taking this medication, as it can reduce its effectiveness.
6How long can I take an Erlotinib 150 mg tablet?
The doctor prescribes Erlotinib 150 mg Tablet daily, and the length of time varies from patient to patient based on the severity of the disease.
7Can Erlotinib 150 mg Tablet be used in kidney disorders?
The recommendation of this medication for kidney patients is not recommended because it can worsen the condition of the disease.
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Erlotinib is used to treat metastatic non-small cell lung cancer in patients with specific abnormal epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) gene mutations. Your doctor will conduct a test to confirm these mutations before prescribing this medication.
Serious:
1. Persistent or severe diarrhea
2. Pain in the eye, blurred vision
3. sudden difficulty in breathing accompanied by cough and fever
4. severe pain in your abdomen
5. liver failure
Common:
1. Rash, worsened in sun-exposed areas
2. Loss of appetite, decreased weight
3. Infection
4. Headache, changes in skin sensation
5. Depression
6. Nausea
7. Mouth irritation
8. Indigestion, stomach pain, buildup of gas
9. Hair loss, dry skin, itching
10. Tiredness, fever
11. Abnormal liver function
12. Inflammation around fingernail
13. acne, cracked skin
14. bleeding from nose, stomach, intestines
reduced kidney function
