Palbociclib 125mg Capsule
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Marketed By
Aprazer Healthcare Pvt Ltd
Pack of
21 capsule
Salt Composition
Palbociclib
Storage
Keep in cold place
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Overview
Palbociclib 125mg Capsule belongs to the category of anticancer medicines. These medicines are primarily used to treat hormone receptor-positive, human epidermal growth factor 2 negative breast cancer that is locally advanced or spread to other parts of the body. The growth of cancer cells is uncontrollable and abnormal in the human body. It is difficult to diagnose cancer in early stages. When diagnosed in advanced stages, only the symptoms of the disease can be reduced. Palbociclib Capsule is usually given in combination with another anticancer medicine as a part of combination therapy to increase the efficacy of the treatment.
Indication
Breast Cancer, Metastatic Cancer
Description
Palbociclib 125mg Capsule is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of hormone receptor (HR)-positive, human epidermal growth receptor 2 (HER2)-negative breast cancer in postmenopausal women. The active ingredient of the Palbociclib is Palbociclib, which belongs to the drug class of cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitors. It is taken orally with or without food as per doctor's advice. Palbociclib Capsule works by killing the cancer cells thereby reducing the size of the tumor. In this way, it prevents cancer cells from spreading to other parts of the body. The required dosage and duration of the medicine are decided by the doctor. This depends on the disease being treated and the stage of the disease. The doctor will check medical history, age, health condition, and the body's response to the treatment before prescribing this medicine. Taking it in the wrong way or overdosing can cause severe side effects. It may take weeks for patients to notice the benefits of the medicine. So do not stop taking this capsule until your doctor says to do so.
Side Effects
The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Palbociclib 125mg Capsule. Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.
Some of the common side effects of Palbociclib Capsule are mentioned below:
Fever
Fatigue
Diarrhea
Fracture
Hair loss
Headache
Confusion
Depression
Eye Dryness
Dehydration
Constipation
Lung infection
Nose bleeding
Blood Disorder
Abdominal Pain
Low blood cell count
Nausea and vomiting
Weakness & Dizziness
Swelling in mouth and lips
Skin rashes, itching, and irritation
How To Use
Palbociclib 125mg Capsule is a prescription-based anticancer drug that should be administered orally. It is advised to take this capsule after consulting your healthcare expert.
How It Works
Palbociclib 125mg Capsule is an anticancer medicine that belongs to the drug class of cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitors. This medicine blocks the protein, cyclin-dependent kinases 4 and 6, which is essential for the growth and multiplication of cells. By blocking the action of these proteins, it slows down the growth and prevents the cancer cells from spreading to nearby organs.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
consult your doctor
The interaction of alcohol with this drug is still unknown. It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking Palbociclib 125mg Capsule. It is advised to consult your doctor for further information.
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Palbociclib 125mg Capsule may be considered unsafe during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in such condition.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Palbociclib 125mg Capsule is probably not safe if you're breastfeeding. Kindly consult your doctor.
Driving
unsafe
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery as you may feel dizzy after taking Palbociclib 125mg Capsule.
Kidney
safe if prescribed
Share your medical history with your healthcare expert in case of kidney disease before taking Palbociclib 125mg Capsule.
Liver
safe if prescribed
Inform your doctor before starting Palbociclib 125mg Capsule if you have liver disease to avoid any serious side effects.
Missed Doses
It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Palbociclib 125mg Capsule. In case you miss a dose, consult your doctor immediately.
Don't overdose to compensate for the missed one. Contact your doctor or any healthcare provider and seek medical attention immediately in such cases.
Quick Tips
It is advised to use effective birth control ways and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Palbociclib Capsule.
A person should avoid smoking while undergoing treatment with Palbociclib 125mg Capsule. Smoking may reduce the effectiveness of medicine.
Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking Palbociclib 125mg Capsule. It is advised to cover your skin exposed to direct sun rays and use high SPF sunscreen before going out.
Swelling of hands, lips, and weight gain are some of the side effects observed after taking Palbociclib 125mg Capsule. To reduce them, the doctor may suggest some medication.
It is advised to avoid taking analgesics/ antacids (medicines used to neutralize the stomach acid) while taking Palbociclib Capsule, as it may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.
Keep your body hydrated as Diarrhea is one of the common side effects experienced after taking Palbociclib Capsule. Consult your doctor if it doesn't stop or if blood appears in your stools.
Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, Kidney & Liver function (KFT & LFT), Heart function, cholesterol level and bone mineral density (BMD) at proper intervals after taking Palbociclib 125mg Capsule.
In case you notice symptoms like blurred vision, difficulty breathing, cough & fever, and diarrhea while taking Palbociclib 125mg Capsule, consult your doctor immediately before these symptoms become severe.
If you experience any kind of symptoms after taking Palbociclib, like unexplained bruising or bleeding, sore throat, mouth ulcers, high temperature (fever), or other signs of infection, it is important to inform your doctor as soon as possible.
FAQs
Palbociclib 125mg Capsule blocks the action of the specific protein that signals for the growth and proliferation of the cancer cells. However, that's how this medicine damages the mechanism of multiplication of cancer cells and kills them.
It is considered unsafe to take this medicine during pregnancy because it can pass through the mother to the baby and harm the unborn baby. So, it is advised to take consultation from a healthcare provider before taking Palbociclib 125mg Capsule.
Palbociclib 125mg Capsule is a type of drug target therapy which belongs to the cyclin-dependent kinase drug class.
Your healthcare expert will decide the dose and duration of taking Palbociclib 125mg Capsule by considering age, medical history, diagnosed cancer stage, and body response to the injection.
It is advised not to take grapefruit in any form while on treatment with Palbociclib 125mg Capsule. It may interact with the drug and can affect its action to kill the cancer cells.
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