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30 Tablet
Pazopanib
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Overview
Pazokast 400mg Tablet belongs to the category of anticancer medicines. These medicines are primarily used to treat patients diagnosed with advanced kidney cancer. The growth of cancer cells is uncontrollable and abnormal in the human body. It is difficult to diagnose cancer in the early stages. When diagnosed in advanced stages, only the symptoms of the disease can be reduced. Pazokast Tablet is not given to children below 18 years of age until prescribed by the doctor.
Kidney Cancer
Pazokast 400mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of kidney cancer. The active ingredient of the Pazokast is Pazopanib which belongs to the drug class of tyrosine kinase inhibitor. It is taken orally with or without food as per doctor's advice. Pazokast 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 Pazokast 400mg 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 Pazokast Tablet are mentioned below:
Diarrhea
Headache
Tiredness
Hypertension
Difficulty breathing
Nausea & vomiting
Muscle and joint pain
Increased glucose levels
Decreased weight & appetite
Serious side effects:
Heart problems
Hypothyroidism
Frequent Infections
Interstitial lung disease
Bleeding from the anus, and mouth
Pazokast 400mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer drug that should be administered orally. It is advised to take this tablet after consulting your healthcare expert.
Pazokast 400mg Tablet is a targeted drug therapy for cancer. This medicine works by interfering with the growth of blood vessels inside cancer cells. It acts against a protein known as Vascular Endothelial Growth Factors (VEGF) to reduce the size of cancer cells, thereby stopping their multiplication.
Alcohol
consult your doctor
The interaction of alcohol with this drug is still unknown. It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking Pazokast 400mg Tablet. It is advised to consult your doctor for further information.
Pregnancy
consult your doctor
Pazokast 400mg Tablet may be considered unsafe during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in such condition.
Breast Feeding
consult your doctor
Pazokast 400mg 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 Pazokast 400mg Tablet.
Kidney
safe if prescribed
Share your medical history with your healthcare expert in case of kidney disease before taking Pazokast 400mg Tablet.
Liver
safe if prescribed
Inform your doctor before starting Pazokast 400mg Tablet if you have liver disease to avoid any serious side effects.
It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Pazokast 400mg 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 Pazokast 400mg Tablet.
A person should avoid smoking while undergoing treatment with this medicine. 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 Pazokast Tablet.
Swelling of hands, lips, and weight gain are some of the side effects observed after taking Pazokast 400mg Tablet. To reduce them, the doctor may suggest some medication.
Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking Pazokast. It is advised to cover your skin exposed to direct sun rays and use high SPF sunscreen before going out.
Yes, taking this medicine for a longer period may lead to liver toxicity or liver failure. If you have liver problems, it is advised to inform your healthcare expert before taking Pazokast 400mg Tablet. The doctor may ask for common liver tests to check if the liver is functioning properly.
Yes, there is a possibility of change in hair color as a common side effect of Pazokast 400mg Tablet. This problem develops after some time after taking the treatment.
Taking Pazokast 400mg Tablet continuously for a long period may cause a reduction of RBCs.These cells transport oxygen in the body. When the number of red blood cells reduces, it leads to anemia. This results in tiredness and difficulty breathing. Consult your doctor immediately in such cases.
Pazokast Tablet is a targeted therapy medicine that belongs to a class of medicine called a protein kinase inhibitor. This Tablet works by interfering with the function of proteins that are involved in the growth and spread of cancer cells.
Pazokast 400mg Tablet should be taken as per doctor's prescription. It is consumed orally by mouth once a day as directed by the physician. Swallow the tablets completely with water. It is advised not to break or crush the tablet.
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