Zefotib 250 mg Tablets

WHAT
IS ZEFOTIB TABLETS?

Zefotib Gefitinib is a type
of drug called a tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI), also known as a cancer growth
inhibitor. Kinases are proteins in the body that regulate how the cells grow
and divide. Gefitinib blocks (inhibits) the protein from sending signals to the
cancer cells that make them grow and divide.

Zefotib 250mg tablet is a
type of drug called a tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI), also known as a cancer
growth inhibitor. 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.

USES OF ZEFOTIB TABLETS:

Zefotib Gefitinib is used to
treat some people with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It only works for
cancers that have an abnormal form of a protein called epidermal growth factor
receptor (EGFR). Tests are done on the cancer cells from a lung biopsy or
previous surgery to check the level of EGFR. 

POSSIBLE
SIDE EFFECTS:

The drug
is contraindicated in patients who have suffered or are suffering from glaucoma, cardiac disorders, lungs or liver disorders or
renal malfunctioning. Take proper medical help in case you are pregnant,
planning a pregnancy any time soon or breastfeeding. You must also
inform the doctor of any other prescription drugs that you may be taking, such
as hormonal pills as oral contraceptives, or any dietary supplements as
Zefotib 250mg Tablet may interact with the other drugs and cause a number of
health complications.

COMMON SIDE EFFECTS MAY
INCLUDE:

The following is a list of side effects
that may occur from the use of Invanz Injection. This is not a comprehensive
list. These side-effects are possible, but do not always occur. Some of the
side-effects may be rare but serious.

Acne; diarrhea; dry skin;
loss of appetite; mouth ulcers; nausea; unusual weakness; vision problems;
vomiting; weight loss.

Seek medical attention right
away if any of these severe side effects occur:
Severe allergic reactions (rash; hives; itching;
difficulty breathing; tightness in the chest; swelling of the eyelids, mouth,
face, lips, or tongue); cough; dark urine; dizziness; eye irritation or pain;
extreme fatigue; fever; persistent diarrhea; stomach pain; swelling of the
ankles or feet; yellowing of the skin or eyes.

DRUGS PRECAUTIONS:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration
as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break
it. Zefotib 250 mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better
to take it at a fixed time.

Zefotib
250 mg Tablet 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.

DRUGS INTERACTIONS:

Do not take antacids
(to reduce the acid level of your stomach) 2 hours before or 1 hour after
taking gefitinib.

Take the tablet at
about the same time each day.

Do not give gefitinib
to children.

Do not take gefitinib,
if you are allergic to gefitinib or similar medicines or to any of the other
ingredients.

Avoid using gefitinib,
if you are pregnant or are breast-feeding.

Avoid becoming
pregnant during treatment with gefitinib because it could harm your baby.

If you are taking a
medicine containing warfarin as an active substance, your doctor may need to do
blood tests more often.

You may feel weak
while taking this medicine is careful while driving or using tools or machines.