Leaflet GEFITINIB FLOMI 250mg film-coated tablets
Indicated for: non-small cell lung cancer
Route of administration: oral
Substance: gefitinib (tyrosine kinase inhibitor)
ATC: L01EB01 (Antineoplastic and immunomodulating agents | Protein kinase inhibitors | Epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) tyrosine kinase inhibitors)
This medicine may affect fertility.
Handle with special care.
Effective contraception is required during treatment.
Do not use this medicine while breastfeeding.
Do not use this medicine during pregnancy.
Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice.
This medicine may affect the liver.
This medicine may have important interactions with other medicines.
This medicine may lower blood cell counts.
This medicine is subject to additional monitoring.
Periodic laboratory tests may be required during treatment.
Stop taking the medicine and seek urgent medical help if a severe rash occurs.
This medicine may increase the risk of heart rhythm disturbances.
Gefitinib is a medication used for the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer, particularly in patients with epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) mutations. It is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor.
This medication works by blocking signals that promote the growth and division of cancer cells. It is taken orally, usually once daily, as directed by a doctor.
Common side effects include diarrhea, skin rash, nausea, and fatigue. In rare cases, severe reactions such as interstitial lung disease may occur.
It is important to follow your doctor's instructions closely and report any side effects or unusual symptoms. Regular monitoring is necessary to assess treatment effectiveness.
General data about GEFITINIB FLOMI 250mg
- Substance: gefitinib
- Date of latest medicines list: 01-06-2021
- Product code: W67582001
- Concentration: 250mg
- Pharmaceutical form: film-coated tablets
- Quantity: 30
- Product type: Generic medicine
- Prescription status: P-RF - Medicines dispensed with a medical prescription that is retained by the pharmacy and cannot be renewed.