
Verzenio 150 mg Tablet
Salt Composition: Abemaciclib
Expiry Date: 01/2028
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7 Tablets in Strip
About The Product
Chemotherapy, Breast Cancer
Verzenio 150mg Tablet belongs to the category of anticancer medicines. These medicines are primarily used to treat patients diagnosed with breast 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. Verzenio Tablet is usually given in combination with another anticancer medicine as a part of combination therapy to increase the efficacy of the treatment.
Description
Verzenio 150mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of specific types of metastatic breast cancer (hormone receptor-positive, HER2 negative breast cancer). The active ingredient of the Verzenio is Abemaciclib which belongs to the drug class of kinase inhibitors.
It is taken orally with or without food as per doctor's advice. Verzenio 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.
Side Effects
- The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Verzenio 150mg 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 Verzenio Tablet are mentioned below: Fatigue Nausea Anemia Diarrhea Vomiting Headache Low appetite Abdominal pain High risk of infections Low WBC & platelet count Respiratory tract infections Serious side effects: Dark urine Chest pain Dehydration Pneumonitis Liver damage Abdominal pain Kidney problem Electrolyte imbalances Interstitial lung disease
How To Use
- Verzenio 150mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer drug that should be administered orally.
- It is advised to take this tablet after consulting your healthcare expert.
How It Works
Verzenio 150mg Tablet works by blocking the activity of specific enzymes known as CDK4 and CDK6. These enzymes are responsible for cell division and the growth of cancer cells.
By inhibiting the function of these enzymes, this medicine slows down or stops the growth of cancer cells and reduces the size of the tumor.
Safety Advice
Missed Doses
- It is advised not to miss any scheduled dosage of Verzenio 150mg 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.
Quick Tips
It is advised to use effective birth control ways and avoid pregnancy during the treatment with Verzenio 150mg Tablet.
A person should avoid smoking while undergoing treatment with Verzenio Tablet. Smoking may reduce the effectiveness of medicine.
Monitor your blood sugar & pressure, Kidney & Liver function (KFT & LFT), Heart function at proper intervals after taking Verzenio 150mg.
Skin becomes extremely sensitive after taking this medicine. 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 Verzenio Tablet, as it may reduce the effectiveness of the medicine.
In case you notice symptoms like blurred vision, difficulty breathing, cough & fever, and diarrhea while taking this medicine, consult your doctor immediately before these symptoms become severe.
If you experience any kind of symptoms after taking Verzenio 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.
FAQs
This medicine is used to treat advanced stages of certain types of cancers.
It is given for non-small cell lung cancer, metastatic breast cancer (hormone receptor-positive, HER2-negative breast cancer), HER2-negative endometrial cancer, and for high-risk neuroblastoma in pediatric patients.
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