Erlonat 150mg Tablet

Pancreatic cancer
Non-small cell lung cancer

Most of the side effects after taking the Erlonat 150mg tablet do not require any special medical attention and will slowly disappear with time. However, it is advised to consult your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently. Some of the side effects are discussed below:

Fever

Rash

Cough

Fatigue

Diarrhea

Hair loss Vomiting Bone pain

Constipation

Muscles pain

Appetite loss

Abdominal pain

Difficulty in breathing

Infection in the mouth and stomach

Erlonat 150mg tablet is a prescription-based anticancer drug that should be administered orally. It is advised to take this tablet after consulting your healthcare expert.

An anti-cancer drug is Erlonat 100mg Tablet. The surface of lung cancer cells expresses epidermal growth factor receptors (EGFR), which control the proliferation of the cells. This medication inhibits the EGFR-mediated cancer signaling pathways by binding the chemical messenger EGFR. In this way, it prevents the cancer cells from growing further.

It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Erlonat 150mg 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.

Inform your doctor immediately if you see blood in your stools after taking Erlonat 150mg Tablet.

Taking Erlonat 150mg Tablet can make your skin sensitive. So wear high SPF sunscreen while going out or exposed to direct sun rays.

​Diarrhea is the most common side effect after taking Erlonat 150mg Tablet. So, drink plenty of water and fluid to keep your body hydrated.​

Erlonat 150mg Tablet is not considered to be safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women, as it may pass through the mother and harm the baby.

It is advised to use trusted methods of birth control and contraceptive pills to delay pregnancy while under treatment with Erlonat 150mg Tablet.

Do not take antacids medicine (Medicine lowers the stomach acid) with Erlonat 150mg Tablet, as it may interact with the tablet and can affect the action.

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