Gefzest 250mg Tablet

Gefzest 250mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of non small-cell lung cancer. This drug is given to patients whose cancer has spread to other organs and haven't gone through any previous treatment of cancer. The active ingredient of the Gefzest 250mg Tablet is Gefitinib which belongs to the drug class of tyrosine kinase inhibitors. It is taken orally with or without food as per doctor's advice. Gefzest 250mg Tablet 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 is 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 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 tablet until your doctor says to do so.

The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Gefzest 250mg Tablet. 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 Gefzest 250mg Tablet are mentioned below:
Fever
Nausea
Diarrhea
Hair loss
Vomiting
Weakness
Dry mouth
Weight loss
Eating disorder
Allergic reaction
Loss of appetite
Red or itchy eyes
Itchy or cracked skin
Increased liver enzymes
Bloody and painful urination

Gefzest 250mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer drug that should be administered orally. It is advised to take this tablet after consulting your healthcare expert.

Gefzest 250mg Tablet is an anticancer medicine that belongs to the drug class of tyrosine kinase inhibitors. The malfunctioning protein EGFR, which signals the growth and proliferation of cancer cells, is inhibited by this medication. By preventing its function, the cancer cell eventually dies and stops growing.

It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Gefzest 250mg 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.

It is advised to use effective birth control ways and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Gefzest 250mg Tablet.

A person should avoid smoking while undergoing treatment with ways. Smoking may reduce the effectiveness of medicine.

Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, Kidney & Liver function (KFT & LFT), and  Heart function at proper intervals after taking Gefzest 250mg Tablet.

It is advised to avoid lactose and associated products. Share with your healthcare expert prior if you have lactose intolerance (Allergic to milk protein).

Swelling of hands, lips, and weight gain are some of the side effects observed after taking Gefzest 250mg Tablet. To reduce them, the doctor may suggest some medication.

Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking Gefzest 250mg Tablet. It is advised to cover your skin exposed to direct sun rays and use high SPF sunscreen before going out.

It is advised to avoid taking analgesics/ antacids (medicines used to neutralize the stomach acid) while taking Gefzest 250mg Tablet, 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 Gefzest 250mg Tablet. Consult your doctor if it doesn't stop or if blood appears in your stools.

In case you notice symptoms like blurred vision, difficulty breathing, cough & fever, and diarrhea while taking Gefzest 250mg Tablet, consult your doctor immediately before these symptoms become severe.

If you experience any kind of symptoms after taking Gefzest 250mg Tablet. 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.