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Medicine Details

Iressa 250mg Tablet

Manufacturer: AstraZeneca

Salt Composition: Gefitinib (250mg)

Medicine Type: allopathy

Introduction: In Non-small cell lung cancer Non-small cell lung cancer is one of the major kinds of lung cancer and it affects both smokers as well as non-smokers. Iressa 250mg Tablet helps treat non-small cell lung cancer and may be given alone or in combination with other medicines. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Benefits: Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Iressa 250mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Description: Iressa 250mg Tablet is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. It is used in patients in which it has spread to other parts of the body, who have abnormal epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) genes, and who have not had previous treatment for cancer. Iressa 250mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but better to have it same time every day for better results. You should continue to take it as long as your doctor advises for it. The duration of treatment varies according to your need and response to treatment. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, rash, vomiting and weight loss. It may cause severe diarrhea, drink plenty of fluids or consult with your doctor if it bothers you. It makes you sensitive towards sunlight, hence wear protective clothing or use sunscreen while going out. In case you develop ulceration in mouth, changes in your vision, or breathing difficulties than it is better to inform the doctor. Your doctor may advise for regular monitoring of liver function while you are taking this medicine. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy. If you have to take an antacid or any other medicine, take it at a gap of at least 2 hours after taking the cancer medicine.

How to Use: Iressa 250mg Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply. This helps to stop or slow the spread of cancer cells.

Safety Advice: - Alcohol : UNSAFE - It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Iressa 250mg Tablet. - Pregnancy : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Iressa 250mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor. - Breast feeding : CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR - Iressa 250mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby. - Driving : UNSAFE - Iressa 250mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive. Iressa 250mg Tablet may make you feel weak. This may affect your driving ability. - Kidney : CAUTION - Iressa 250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Iressa 250mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor. - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED - Iressa 250mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Iressa 250mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

If Missed: If you miss a dose of Iressa 250mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Packaging: box of 30 tablets

Packaging Type:

Primary Use: Non-small cell lung cancer

Alcohol Interaction: UNSAFE

Pregnancy Interaction:

Lactation Interaction: CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Driving Interaction:

Kidney Interaction: CAUTION

Liver Interaction: SAFE IF PRESCRIBED