Gefitinib
Classification: Anticancer Medicine
Gefitinib?
It is a targeted anticancer medicine used against lung cancer.
Uses
- • Non-small cell lung cancer
- • Previously treated lung cancer
- • Advanced lung cancer
- • Head and neck cancer (off-label)
Working of Gefitinib
- • Inhibits cancer cell protein
- • Stops cancer cell growth and proliferation
- • Shrinks the tumor size
Common Side Effects
- • Diarrhea
- • Reduced hunger
- • Nausea
- • Vomiting
- • Liver dysfunction
- • Skin rashes
- • Redness of the eyes
- • Tiredness
Serious Side Effects
- • Skin peeling, severe rashes
- • Inflammation of the lungs
- • Eye damage
- • Jaundice
- • Liver toxicity
- • Shortness of breath
Precautions
To be used cautiously in:
- • Liver disorder
- • Respiratory disorders
- • Lung disorders
- • Kidney disorders
- • Eye disorders
- • Avoid certain medications: Rifampin, phenytoin, and antacids
Contraindications
- • Hypersensitivity to the drug compound
- • Breastfeeding mothers
- • Pregnant women
Important Safety and Monitoring Note
Monitor:
- • Liver functions
- • Skin issues
- • Breathing difficulties
- • Changes in vision or redness
- • Use contraception before and during treatment
Warnings
To be used under a doctor’s supervision.
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