Mekinist 0.5mg Tablet
Prescription Required
Marketed By
novartis
Pack of
30 tablet
Salt Composition
Trametinib
Storage
Keep in cold place
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Overview
Trametinib 0.5mg Tablet is used in the treatment of metastatic melanoma (skin cancer that has spread to other areas of the body). This medicine comes in the form of tablets. This medicine has to be taken orally. This medication works by slowing the growth of cancer cells.
Indication
Skin Cancer
Description
Trametinib is a reversible inhibitor of the mitogen-activated extracellular signal-regulated kinase 1 (MEK1) and MEK2 activation and MEK1 and MEK2 kinase activity. After the oral administration of Trametinib, the effect of this medicine can be absorbed in 1.5 hours.
Side Effects
Trametinib 0.5mg Tablet may cause some unwanted side effects. Immediate medical attention is required otherwise it can also lead to higher risk. Discuss the risks and benefits of this medication with your medical advisor before starting the treatment.
Diarrhea
Bleeding
Nausea
Vomiting
Bloating
Coughing up blood
Dizziness
Lightheadedness
High blood pressure.
Abdominal pain
Shortness of breath
Allergic reaction
Swelling
How To Use
Take Trametinib 0.5mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. Do not crush or chew. Take this medicine on an empty stomach. Take this medicine one hour before or two hours after the meal as advised by the doctor.
In case of an overdose, the doctor will provide emergency medical treatment.
Safety Advice
Alcohol
unsafe
It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking this medicine.
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Do not take Trametinib 0.5mg Tablet without consulting the doctor, in case of pregnancy.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Without a doctor's consultation, do not take this medicine if you're breastfeeding.
Driving
danger
It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery, you may feel dizzy as one of the side effects of the medicine.
Kidney
caution
Do not Trametinib 0.5mg Tablet without a doctor's consultation in case of kidney problems.
Liver
caution
Share your medical history with the doctor in case of liver disease before taking this medicine.
Missed Doses
It is advisable not to miss a dose of Trametinib 0.5mg Tablet. If you miss a scheduled dose of this medicine, contact your doctor immediately.
FAQs
Trametinib is used in the treatment of metastatic myeloma (skin cancer that has spread to other areas of the body). This medicine is also used in combination with other medications to treat thyroid cancer and non-small cell lung cancer.
Trametinib medicine interferes with the growth and spread and cancer cells in the body. This medication works by slowing the growth of cancer cells.
Some common side effects are nausea, constipation, diarrhea, bleeding, dizziness, high blood pressure, abdominal pain, shortness of breath, allergic reactions, etc.
Follow your doctor’s instructions about any restrictions on food and other activities.
This medicine may cause dizziness. Do not drive if any symptoms occur.
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