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Gefticip 250mg tablet

Gefticip 250mg tablet

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Salt Composition: Gefitinib

Expiry Date: 01/2028

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About The Product

Lung Cancer

Gefticip 250mg tablet is a chemotherapy medication that is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The generic name of this medication is Gefitinib. It is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor that shows antineoplastic activity. Gefticip is used in the first-line treatment of lung cancer that has genetic mutations.

Side Effects

  • Every medicine has some side effects that manage on their own as your body gets used to the medicine, but some people may rarely experience severe side effects.
  • In that case, the patient should contact the doctor immediately.
  • Some common side effects of Entekor 1mg Tablet include: Mouth sores Dry skin Loss of appetite Blisters of skin Vomiting Hives on the skin Shortness of breath Dark coloration of urine Yellowing of skin and eyes Nausea Sensitivity to light Vision complications Acne Extreme weakness Diarrhea Seek medical attention in case of any unusual or severe side effects immediately.

How To Use

  • The dosage and treatment duration of the Gefticip 250mg tablet are decided by the doctor according to the stage of cancer and the overall patient's health.
  • This tablet should be taken with or without food, but at the fix time every day to get effective results.
  • Don't miss a dose or overdose on the medicine.

Safety Advice

Alcohol
Avoid the consumption of alcohol while taking Gefticip 250mg tablet, as alcohol can reduce the effectiveness of the medicine and worsen the symptoms
Pregnancy
Do not take the Gefticip 250mg tablet without consulting the doctor in case of pregnancy, as it is an unsafe medicine during this period.
Breast Feeding
Gefticip 250mg tablet is dangerous to use during breastfeeding as it may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
Gefticip 250mg tablet may cause side effects such as dizziness or impaired concentration, which could affect your ability to drive safely. So it's better to avoid driving or operating heavy machinery.
Kidney
Consumption of Gefticip 250mg tablet should be avoided without informing the doctor if you have any kidney-related issues.
Liver
Gefticip 250mg tablet is safe for use in liver disease. No dosage adjustment is necessary for this Tablet.

Missed Doses

  • ​ It is advisable to avoid missing any doses of Gefticip and in case you miss a dose of Gefticip consult your doctor immediately.
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FAQs

​ Gefticip 250mg tablet is an anticancer medication that is primarily used in the treatment of lung cancer.

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