
Bderlo 150mg Tablet
Salt Composition: Erlotinib
Expiry Date: 01/2028
Inclusive of all taxes
10 tablets in a strip
About The Product
Lung Cancer
Erlotinib is an anticancer medication included in Bderlo 150 mg Tablet. It is used to treat non-small lung cancer (NSCLC) and pancreatic cancer. For individuals with advanced or metastatic pancreatic cancer, it is given in combination with gemcitabine, another anticancer medication. Children and teenagers under the age of eighteen should not take Bderlo 150 mg tablets.
Uses
Pancreatic cancer
Non-small cell lung cancer
Side Effects
- Some of the common side effects of the Bderlo 150mg Tablet are: Headache, Fever Loss of appetite Pain in the eyes Blurred vision High blood pressure Dry skin lack of sleep.
- Vomiting Indigestion Nausea Reduced Kidney function, diarrhea, or constipation
How To Use
- Bderlo 150mg Tablet is not a drug used for selfmedication; it should always be taken as directed by a physician.As advised by the physician, it can be taken either with or without food.For best results in its effectiveness, the Bderlo 150mg Tablet must be swallowed rather than chewed, opened, or crushed.
- It is an oral drug that is given once daily, before meals, at the same time every day.
- The Bderlo 150mg Tablet should not be taken for at least three hours before or after food.
- Take it as prescribed by the physician.
How It Works
The epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR), a protein involved in the development and metastasis of cancer cells, is inhibited by Bderlo 150mg Tablet. EGFR plays a crucial role in cell division, growth, and survival of unregulated cells and contributes to the spread of disease.
Bderlo 150mg Tablet inhibits EGFR activity, hence reducing or stopping the proliferation of cancer cells. It inhibits the cancer cells' signaling mechanisms.
Safety Advice
FAQs
As soon as you remember, take the missed dose unless it's time for your next dose.
You should never take a double dose to make up for a missed one.
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