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boehringer ingelheim
30 Tablet
Afatinib
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Overview
Gilotrif 40mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. It treats the person diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose cancer cells are non-resistant to abnormal epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) genes and metastatic, squamous NSCLC progressing after platinum-based chemotherapy. Gilotrif Tablet blocks the action of protein and discontinues the multiplication and replication of the cancer cells.
Lung Cancer, monotherapy
Gilotrif 40mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer drug with an active ingredient known as Afatinib. The doctor prescribes Gilotrif 40mg Tablet for treating non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose cancer cells are non-resistant to abnormal epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) genes and metastatic, squamous NSCLC multiply after platinum-based chemotherapy. Your healthcare expert will decide the dosage of this medicine and how long you will take it. Take the Gilotrif Tablet as your doctor prescribes. Taking it in the wrong way can cause severe side effects. This drug can be absorbed through the lungs and skin, so it is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Share with your medical professional if you're taking any medicines. They may interact with the drug and can cause side effects.
The majority of the side effects experienced after taking Gilotrif 40mg Tablet do not need any medical help as they do not appear with time. The human body starts adjusting to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they become hard to manage. The commonly observed side effects are mentioned below:
Rash
Swelling
Diarrhea
Dizziness
Dark urine
Skin irritation
Constipation
Loss of appetite
Bladder infection
Frequent urination
Trouble breathing
Nausea & vomiting
Eye discharge or allergy
Lung and liver infection
Low level of potassium in the body
Gilotrif 40mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer drug that should be administered orally. It is advised to take this tablet after consulting your healthcare expert.
Gilotrif 40mg Tablet is an anticancer medication that acts by inhibiting the activity of specific proteins in cancer cells, the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) proteins. These proteins are responsible for the growth and multiplication of cancer cells, and by inhibiting their activity, this drug slows down and stops the proliferation of cancer.
Alcohol
consult your doctor
The interaction of alcohol with this drug is still unknown. It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking Gilotrif 40mg Tablet. Consult your doctor for further information.
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Gilotrif 40mg Tablet may be considered unsafe during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in such a condition.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Gilotrif 40mg Tablet is probably not safe if you're breastfeeding. Kindly consult your doctor.
Driving
unsafe
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery as you may feel dizzy after taking Gilotrif 40mg Tablet.
Kidney
safe if prescribed
Share your medical history with your healthcare expert in case of kidney disease before taking Gilotrif 40mg Tablet.
Liver
safe if prescribed
Inform your doctor before starting Gilotrif 40mg Tablet if you have liver disease to avoid any serious side effects.
It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Gilotrif 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.
Share with your doctor if you are allergic to salt components and other ingredients of Gilotrif 40mg Tablet.
Tell your surgeon/dentist about taking Gilotrif 40mg Tablet if you are going on some emergency surgery.
Using Gilotrif 40mg Tablet makes skin highly sensitive and dry. It is advised to use high SPF sunscreen before going out exposed to direct sun rays.
Consult with your healthcare professional before taking Gilotrif 40mg Tablet if you are planning to be pregnant, planning to be pregnant or breastfeeding. It is recommended to use effective birth control methods to avoid pregnancy.
Gilotrif 40mg Tablet is used to treat patients who are diagnosed with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose cancer cells are non-resistant to abnormal epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) genes and metastatic, squamous NSCLC progressing after platinum-based chemotherapy.
Gilotrif 40mg Tablet is taken by mouth with or without food at least 1 hour before or 3 hours after meals. It is advised to swallow the tablet completely with water. Don't crush, chew, or break it. It is recommended to take this medicine as per doctor's prescription.
Gilotrif 40mg Tablet takes some time to show effective results. It can take weeks or months to see a noticeable change in the reduction of cancerous cells in the body.
Taking Gilotrif 40mg Tablet may cause infertility in both males and females. It is advised to talk to your doctor if you are planning to be pregnant in the future before starting treatment.
Gilotrif 40mg Tablet can cause skin allergy, highly sensitive, and dry. It is advised to use high-SPF sunscreen before going out direct exposure to the sun. Inform your doctor if you are allergic to afatinib and other ingredients of the medicines.
