Femmeola 150mg Tablet

Reviewed By Dr. Shilpa Garcha, MD (Pharmacology), MBBS

Last updated on 06 Nov 2024 | 01:08 AM (IST)

Femmeola 150mg Tablet is a prescription medicine used in the treatment of ovarian and breast cancer. It works by blocking an enzyme called PARP, which helps fix damaged DNA. By stopping PARP, the medicine prevents cancer cells from repairing themselves, leading them to die off and slowing tumor growth.

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Size:

120 tablets

MRP ₹50400

General Information

Contains

Olaparib (150mg)

Marketer

Medicamen Biotech Ltd

Storage

Store below 30°C

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Product introduction

Femmeola 150mg Tablet may be taken with or without food. Swallow the tablets whole, without crushing, chewing, or splitting them. Take it regularly and at the same time every day to maintain an even level of the medication in your body. Follow your doctor’s instructions on the exact dosage and schedule.

Common side effects include nausea, fatigue, vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhea, and dizziness. If you experience nausea or vomiting, eating smaller, more frequent meals and staying hydrated can help. Inform your doctor if these side effects become severe or do not go away. Be cautious about driving or operating heavy machinery if you feel dizzy or fatigued.

While taking Femmeola 150mg Tablet, avoid consuming grapefruit or grapefruit juice as it can increase the risk of side effects. This medicine can cause harm to an unborn baby, so it is important to use effective contraception during treatment and for some time after the last dose. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Regular blood tests are needed to monitor your blood cell counts and liver function during treatment. Do not start any new medications or supplements without consulting your doctor, as they may interact with Femmeola 150mg Tablet.

Uses of Femmeola Tablet

Benefits of Femmeola Tablet

Treatment of Breast cancer
Femmeola 150mg Tablet provides a targeted treatment option that specifically attacks cancer cells while sparing most healthy cells. Clinical studies have shown that Femmeola 150mg Tablet can significantly reduce the risk of cancer progression or recurrence and improve survival rates. By specifically inhibiting the PARP enzyme in cancer cells, Femmeola 150mg Tablet helps to slow the spread of the disease, providing patients with a more effective and less toxic treatment option.

Treatment of Ovarian cancer
Femmeola 150mg Tablet helps prevent the cancer from worsening for a longer period. The medicine is effective in both newly diagnosed cases and in recurrent ovarian cancer, offering a maintenance therapy option that can delay the need for further chemotherapy. This targeted therapy can lead to better management of the disease with a more personalized approach, improving overall outcomes and quality of life for patients.

Side effects of Femmeola Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Femmeola

Nausea
Vomiting
Fatigue
Diarrhea
Loss of appetite
Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
Headache
Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
Taste change
Cough
Breathlessness
Indigestion
Abdominal pain

How to use Femmeola Tablet

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. Femmeola 150mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Femmeola Tablet works

Femmeola 150mg Tablet is an anticancer medication. It works by inhibiting the growth of select tumor cell lines in vitro and decrease tumor growth in both as monotherapy or following chemotherapy.

Quick tips

Take Femmeola 150mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not alter your dose without consulting your doctor.
Drinking plenty of fluids can help reduce some side effects, such as nausea and vomiting. Try to drink at least 8-10 glasses of water each day.
Femmeola 150mg Tablet can affect your blood cell counts. Ensure you have regular blood tests as recommended by your doctor to monitor for potential issues like anemia or low white blood cell counts.
Femmeola 150mg Tablet can harm an unborn baby. Women should use effective contraception during treatment and for a period after the last dose. Men with female partners of reproductive potential should also use effective contraception during treatment and for a specified time afterward.
Maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating a balanced diet, getting regular exercise, and managing stress. This can help improve your overall well-being during treatment.

Safety advice

Alcohol

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Femmeola 150mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Femmeola 150mg 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

UNSAFE

Femmeola 150mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Femmeola 150mg Tablet may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.

Kidney

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Femmeola 150mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Femmeola 150mg Tablet is recommended.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Femmeola 150mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Femmeola 150mg Tablet is recommended.

Frequently asked questions

What is Femmeola 150mg Tablet?

Femmeola 150mg Tablet is a prescription medication used to treat ovarian and breast cancer. It works by blocking an enzyme involved in repairing damaged DNA, thereby helping to kill cancer cells.

What should I tell my doctor before starting Femmeola 150mg Tablet?

Before starting Femmeola 150mg Tablet, inform your doctor about any other medications you are taking, any allergies, and your medical history, especially if you have kidney or liver problems, lung issues, or are planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Can Femmeola 150mg Tablet be taken with other medications?

Some medications may interact with Femmeola 150mg Tablet, affecting how it works or increasing the risk of side effects. Always inform your doctor about all the medications and supplements you are taking to ensure there are no harmful interactions.

Is Femmeola 150mg Tablet safe to use during pregnancy or while breastfeeding?

Femmeola 150mg Tablet can harm an unborn baby. It is important to avoid pregnancy while taking Femmeola 150mg Tablet and for a period after the last dose. Women should use effective contraception during treatment and for a specified time after the last dose. Breastfeeding is not recommended during treatment with Femmeola 150mg Tablet and for a period after the last dose.

How long will I need to take Femmeola 150mg Tablet?

The duration of treatment varies depending on the type of cancer being treated, the patient’s response to the medication, and the presence of any side effects. Your doctor will determine the appropriate length of treatment.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Pthalazinone derivatives

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Related lab tests

Breast Cancer (CA 15.3/ ER/ PR)

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Marketer details

Name: Medicamen Biotech Ltd
Address: Plot no 84 and 85 , sector 6A , IIE sidcul , bhel , ranipur , Haridwar 249403 ( uttarakhand ) India

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Country of origin: India

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