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Side effects of Lynparza 150mg Tablet

This medicine may cause some mild or severe side effects. Discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with the doctor before starting the treatment. 

Common side effects   

• Diarrhea  

• Nausea  

• Loss of appetite  

• Vomiting  

• Fatigue  

• Anemia  

• Taste change  

• Abdominal pain  

• Indigestion  

• Irregular heartbeat  

• Weight loss  

• Dizziness  

• Muscle pain  

• Cough  

• Mouth sores  

• Rash  

• Bleeding gums  

• Pale skin  

• Nasal congestion  

• Difficulty in breathing  

• Infections  

• Severe headache  

• Fainting  

• Blurred vision  

• Heartburn  

• Low white blood cell counts  

• Tiredness and weakness  

• Loss of strength  

• Joint pain  

• Difficulty in swallowing  

• Tingling and painful sensation  

• Low platelet counts 

• Back pain  

• Abnormal kidney function  

• Runny nose  

• Respiratory tract infections 

• Drowsiness  

Note- immediately contact your doctor if any side effects occur  

Dosage 

Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Do not skip or miss your dosing schedule. Take this medicine orally twice a day.  

Missed dose  

•  It is advisable not to miss a dose. If you miss a scheduled dose of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately.  

Overdose  

• In case of an overdose, the doctor will provide emergency medical treatment. 

Warnings of  Lynparza 150mg Tablet

Before starting treatment with the Lynparza tablet, please inform your doctor about your previous medical history. If you experience any symptoms while receiving this medication, do not ignore those symptoms because it may lead to higher risk.  

•  Contraception  

• Use effective methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.  

• Children and adolescents  

• This medicine is not advisable for use in children and adolescents.  

Warnings for female  

Pregnancy 

• Do not use a Lynparza tablet if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. Avoid this medication at the time of pregnancy.  

Breastfeeding 

• This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding unless it is necessary. Please consult your medical advisor before starting treatment with this medication. 

Precautions of  Lynparza

• Before using this medicine tell your doctor if you have kidney, liver, and breathing problems.  

• Do not receive any kind of immunizations without consulting your doctor.  

• The use of this medicine may affect your immune system. 

• Avoid the use of grapefruit products and Seville orange.  

• This medicine may increase the risk of bleeding.  

• Avoid contact with people who have infections.  

• This medicine may decrease your red blood cells.  

Caution of  Lynparza

• Do not drive or operate heavy machinery.  

• Not safe for pregnant women.  

• Do not breastfeed while receiving this medication.  

• Do not chew or open the tablet. 

Q1. What is Lynparza 150mg Tablet (Olaparib)?  

Ans. This medicine is used in the treatment of ovarian cancer. It helps to slow or stop the growth of cancer cells.  

Q2. How does Lynparza 150mg Tablet (Olaparib) work?  

Ans. This medication works by preventing cancer cells from repairing damage to their DNA.  

Q3. What are the side effects of Lynparza 150mg Tablet?  

Ans. Some common side effects are:- nausea, fatigue, anemia, diarrhea, dizziness, muscle pain, indigestion, irregular heartbeat, difficulty in breathing, etc.  

Q4. How to take this medicine?  

Ans. Take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Do not chew or open the tablet.  

Q5. What should I avoid while receiving this medicine?  

Ans. Avoid drinking or eating grapefruit products and Seville orange. 

Q6.  In what strength is it available?  

Ans. It is available in the strength of 50mg.  

Q7.  What happens if I miss a dose?  

Ans. If you miss a scheduled dose of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately. 

Q8. Can I take this medicine during pregnancy? 

Ans. This medicine is not recommended for pregnant women. 

Q9. Can I consume alcohol while taking this medicine?  

Ans. It is not known whether it is safe or not. Please consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.  

Q10. Can I drive after taking this medicine?  

Ans. This medicine may affect your vision. Do not drive if any symptoms occur.  

Q11.  Can I take this medicine during breastfeeding?  

Ans. This medicine is not recommended in breastfeeding unless it is necessary. 

Q12. What are self-care tips?  

Ans. Keep yourself hydrated and get plenty of rest.  

Q13.  Does this medicine affect kidney function?  

Ans. Please contact your doctor before consuming this drug. 

Q14. What are the storage conditions?  

Ans. Store this medicine at room temperature and protect it from light and moisture.

Interaction of  Lynparza 150mg Tablet

Interactions may change how your medication works and increase the risk for side effects. Don’t forget to disclose your previous medical history with the doctor.  

Medicine Interactions  

• Ciprofloxacin  

• Imatinib  

• Ozanimod  

• Deferiprone  

• Erythromycin  

• Letermovir  

• Mitotane  

Disease interactions 

• Hepatic impairment  

• Renal impairment  

• Hematologic toxicities  

• Pulmonary abnormality  

Alcohol interaction  

• Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor before consuming alcohol.  

Contraindications 

• Do not use this medicine if you are allergic to olaparib.  

• This medicine is not recommended in patients known to be hypersensitive. 

Pharmacodynamics of Lynparza 150mg

Lynparza (Olaparib 150mg tablet) is an inhibitor of poly (ADP-ribose) polymerase (PARP) enzymes, including PARP1, PARP2, and PARP3. PARP enzymes are involved in normal cellular homeostasis, such as DNA transcription, cell cycle regulation, and DNA repair. After the oral administration, the effect of this medicine can be observed in 1 to 3 hours.  

Reference -

Olaparib Interactions Checker. Drugs.com. https://www.drugs.com/drug-interactions/olaparib.html

Olaparib: MedlinePlus Drug Information. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a614060.html

Olaparib: Uses, interactions, mechanism of action | DrugBank Online. DrugBank. https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB09074