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OSIMERTINIB 80MG TABLET (TAGRISSO)

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Osimertinib 80mg Tablet (Tagrisso)

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Brand Name:- Tagrisso

Generic Name:- Osimertinib

Manufacturer:- AstraZeneca 

Dosage Form:- Tablet 

Strength:- 80mg

Composition:- Osimertinib

Packaging:- 30 tablets 

Indication:- Lung cancer 

Storage:- Store a room temperature 

Overview 

Tagrisso (osimertinib 80mg) medicine is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). This medicine interferes with the growth of cancer cells in the body. Osimertinib belongs to a group of medications called a protein kinase inhibitor. This medicine is used in patients who have EGFR mutations. Do not stop using this medicine without taking permission from your doctor. Your doctor will decide your proper dosing schedule. Do not take a double dose in case you forgot to take medicine according to your dosing schedule. Protect this medicine from heat and light. Know the Osimertinib Tablet price at Magicine Pharma. 

Pharmacodynamics of Tagrisso Tablet (osimertinib)

Osimertinib 80mg is an EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitor that binds to a certain mutant form of EGFR that predominates in non-small cell lung cancer tumors following treatment with first-line EGFR-TKIs. A single oral dose of this medicine can be absorbed in 6 hours.

Side effects of Tagrisso Tablet (Osimertinib 80mg) 

This medicine may cause some serious and unwanted side effects. Which requires immediate medical attention otherwise it can also lead to higher risk. Do not forget to discuss the risk and benefits of this medication with your doctor. 

Common side effects

  • Anxiety 

  • Cough 

  • Dizziness 

  • Nausea

  • Bleeding 

  • Skin rash 

  • Diarrhea 

  • Loss of appetite

  • Fatigue 

  • Back pain 

  • Mouth sores 

  • Stomatitis 

  • Seizures 

  • Swelling of the ankles and feet.

  • Chest pain 

  • Blood clots 

  • Shortness of breath 

  • Irregular heartbeat 

  • Severe headache 

  • Weakness 

  • Change in vision 

  • Anemia 

  • Low sodium levels in the blood 

  • Neutropenia 

  • Dry skin 

  • Allergic reaction 

  • High magnesium levels 

  • Constipation 

  • Itching 

  • Throat infection 

  • Trouble in concentrating 

  • Low platelets 

  • Throat infections 

Note- If any of these side effects occur, please contact your doctor 

Dosage

Use this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Do not forget to discuss the risk and benefits of this medicine, before starting treatment. Do not take this medicine in the wrong way and make sure to take this medication according to your dosing schedule.  

Missed dose 

  • In case you missed a dose, immediately contact your doctor. Do not use extra medicine to double up for the missed dose. 

Overdose 

  • Emergency medical treatment is required. Please contact your medical advisor in case of an overdose.

Usage of Tagrisso Tablet (Osimertinib)

Tagrisso tablet is a protein kinase inhibitor used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. This is also used to treat patients of NSLC that are positive for EGFR mutation and it is metastatic. This medicine can be taken orally with or without food in the form of a tablet. Try to take this medicine at the same time to get the most benefit from it. Take this medicine as prescribed by your medical advisor. Your dosage usually depends on your medical condition and your response to the treatment. In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor. Do not crush or chew the tablet. 

Warnings

Before starting treatment with the Tagrisso tablet, do not forget to discuss your previous medical history with your doctor. 

 

  •  Contraception 

    • Use effective methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine. 

  • Children and adolescents 

    • This medicine is not advisable for use in children and adolescents. 

 

Warnings for female 

  • Pregnancy 

    • Tagrisso tablets shouldn’t be used by women who are pregnant. It is recommended that this medication should be avoided during pregnancy. 

 

  • Breastfeeding 

    • This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless it is necessary. Please consult your doctor. 

 

General warnings and precautions 

  • This medicine may worsen your symptoms of heart disease. If you have any heart disease consult your doctor about how this medication may affect your condition.

  • Avoid contact with people who have infections. 

  • Consult your medical advisor before receiving immunizations or vaccinations.  

  • This medicine may affect your liver function.

  • This medication may cause lung, eye, and skin problems.  

 

Cautions

  • Not safe for pregnant women. 

  • Do not crush, chew or break the tablet 

  • Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine. 

  • Do not drive or operate heavy machinery. 

Q1. What is Tagrisso Tablet (Osimertinib 80mg)? 

Ans. This medicine is a targeted therapy that is used to treat non-small lung cancer. It binds to a certain protein epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) in some tumors.  

Q2. How does this medication work? 

Ans. This is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking the action of a protein that signals the cancerous cells to multiply. This helps to slow the growth of cancerous cells. 

Q3. How to use this medicine? 

Ans. Take this medicine orally with or without food once a day. Do not crush or chew the medicine. Take this medicine according to your dosing schedule. 

Q4. In what strength is this medicine available? 

Ans. This medicine is available in the strengths of 40mg and 80mg. 

Q5. What are the common side effects? 

Ans. Some common side effects are:- nausea, anxiety, loss of appetite, blurred vision, fatigue, chest pain, cough, shortness of breath, irregular heartbeat. 

Q6. What are the self-care tips? 

Ans. Keep yourself hydrated and maintain good nutrition. 

Q7. What should I avoid while receiving this medicine? 

Ans. Follow your doctor’s instructions properly about any restrictions.

Q8. What if I miss a dose? 

Ans. In case you miss a dose try to take the medicine as soon as you remember or skip the dose and take your next dose according to your dosing schedule. 

Q9. Can I drive after taking this medicine? 

Ans. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms of dizziness because it may affect your ability to drive. 

Q10. Can I take this medicine during pregnancy? 

Ans. This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. 

Q11. Can I take this medicine during breastfeeding? 

Ans. This medicine is not recommended for use in breastfeeding women unless it is necessary. 

Q12. Can I consume alcohol while taking this medicine? 

Ans. Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.

Q13. Can I take this medicine while having kidney disease?

Ans. Please contact your doctor and discuss your medical history with them.  

Q14. What are the storage conditions? 

Ans. Store this medicine at room temperature. Protect from heat and light. 

Interactions

Interactions may change how your medication works and increase the risk for side effects. Share your previous medical history with your doctor.

Medicine interaction 

  • Oxycodone 

  • Adenosine 

  • Clofazimine 

  • Lapatinib 

  • Ritodrine 

  • Sunitinib 

  • Tofacitinib 

Disease interaction 

  • Renal impairment 

  • Dermatologic toxicities 

  • Ocular disorders 

  • Liver impairment 

Alcohol interaction 

  • It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol or not, please consult your doctor before consuming alcohol. 

Contraindications

  • Tagrisso tablet is contraindicated in patients with known allergy to osimertinib. 

  • Tagrisso tablet is contraindicated in patients with hypersensitivity. 

Reference

Osimertinib: MedlinePlus Drug Information. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a616005.html

Osimertinib: Uses, interactions, mechanism of action | DrugBank Online. DrugBank. https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB09330

Osimertinib Interactions Checker. Drugs.com. https://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/osimertinib.html

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