Afmed 40mg Tablet
Rx RequiredSalt Composition: Afatinib
Expiry Date: 01/2028
Buy at $109.74
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28 Tablet in Bottle
About The Product
Lung Cancer, monotherapy
Afmed 40mg Tablet is an anticancer medicine used to treat Lung cancer. Lung cancer is the most prevalent form of cancer with the highest number of cases recorded across the world. It is used for treating people diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose tumors have certain (non-resistant) abnormal epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) genes and patients with metastatic, squamous NSCLC progressing after platinum-based chemotherapy. Cancerous cells grow abnormally and uncontrollably in the lungs.
Description
Afmed 40mg Tablet has an active ingredient known as Afatinib dimaleate. This medicine is used to slow down the growth of cancer cells and improve quality of life.
This medicine helps to improve physical functioning, reduces pain, and promotes better mental and emotional well-being. It can be taken with or without food as per doctor's recommendation.
The doctor will decide the dosage and frequency of consumption of Afmed Tablet. This dose depends on the kind and stage of disease and it may change after some time.
This medicine should not be given to women or children without consulting a healthcare expert. Taking Afmed 40mg Tablet inappropriately or overdosing can cause very severe side effects.
It may take quite some time for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Side Effects
The majority of the side effects experienced after taking Afmed 40mg Tablet do not need any medical help as they do not appear with time. The human body starts adapting to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they become unmanageable.
The commonly observed side effects are mentioned below:
Diarrhea
Rash
Dry skin
Nausea
Vomiting
Loss of appetite
Itching
Mouth infections
Nail disorder
Severe side effects observed after taking Afmed 40mg Tablet :
Interstitial lung disease (ILD)
Severe diarrhea or dehydration
Liver problems
Eye problems
Hemorrhage or bleeding problems
Kidney problems
Cardiac problems
How To Use
- Afmed 40mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer drug that should be administered orally.
- You are advised to take this tablet after consulting your healthcare expert.
How It Works
Afmed 40mg Tablet is an anticancer medication used for treating non-small cell lung cancer. This medicine works inhibiting the activity of certain proteins in cancer cells, specifically the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) family of proteins.
These proteins play a key role in promoting the growth and spread of cancer cells, and by inhibiting their activity, it can help to slow or stop the proliferation of cancer.
Safety Advice
Missed Doses
- It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Afmed 40mg Tablet.
- 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 important to stay hydrated, as diarrhea is a common side effect noticed after taking Afmed 40mg Tablet. It is advised to consult your doctor If diarrhea persists for a longer time or if you see blood in your stools.
Use a trustworthy contraceptive method to avoid pregnancy while taking Afmed 40mg Tablet.
Afmed 40mg Tablet can result in skin problems like redness, rash, and acne. Consult your doctor urgently if you notice these symptoms after taking this Afmed Tablet.
Keep a check on your blood pressure regularly while taking Afmed 40mg Tablet. Inform your doctor if notice symptoms like severe headache, eyesight problems, nausea, or vomiting.
FAQs
Afmed 40mg Tablet does not come under the category of immunotherapy or traditional chemotherapy. It is a part of the kinase inhibitors group of anti-cancer drugs.
It works by inhibiting a specific set of proteins that play an important role in the growth and spread of cancer cells, thereby preventing the cancer cells from growing and multiplying.
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