Gefitero Tablet

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

Last updated on 12 Nov 2024 | 01:06 AM (IST)

Gefitero 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.

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General Information

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Gefitinib (250mg)

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Hetero Drugs Ltd

Storage

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Product introduction

Gefitero Tablet should be taken in a dose as recommended by the doctor. 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. Your doctor may advice for regular monitoring of liver function while your taking this medicine.

Common side effects include diarrhea, dry skin, loss of appetite, and nausea. Drink plenty of fluids to reduce the risk of side effects. Inform your doctor if any of the side effects bother you or get worse. In case you develop ulceration in mouth, changes in your vision, or breathing difficulties than it is better to inform the doctor.

Women who are undergoing treatment should use effective contraception method. It is important to avoid pregnancy during the treatment and for a month after completing the course of medicine. Let your doctor also know about all the other medications you are taking.

Uses of Gefitero Tablet

Non-small cell lung cancer

Benefits of Gefitero Tablet

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. Gefitero 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.

Side effects of Gefitero 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 Gefitero

Diarrhea
Dry skin
Loss of appetite
Nausea
Rash
Vomiting
Weakness
Weight loss
Eating disorder
Allergic reaction

How to use Gefitero 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. Gefitero Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

How Gefitero Tablet works

Gefitero 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.

All substitutes for Gefitero Tablet

For information purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicine.

Quick tips

Gefitero Tablet helps treat non-small cell lung cancer that is locally advanced, or has spread to other areas of the body.
Take it with or without food, preferably at the same time each day.
Do not take antacids (to reduce the acid level of your stomach) 2 hours before or 1 hour after taking this medicine.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine and for a month after you stop taking it.
Inform your doctor if you develop ulceration in your mouth, changes in your vision or if you experience a worsening cough, shortness of breath, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
Your doctor may want you to have regular blood tests to monitor your liver function while you are having treatment with this medicine.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Gefitero Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Gefitero 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

Gefitero 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

Gefitero Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.

Kidney

CAUTION

Gefitero Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Gefitero Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Gefitero Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Gefitero Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Quinazolinamines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Tyrosine kinase inhibitors

References

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User feedback

Patients taking Gefitero Tablet

Once A Day

93%

Twice A Day

What are you using Gefitero Tablet for?

Small cell lung cancer

100%

How much was the improvement?

Poor

83%

Average

17%

What were the side-effects while using Gefitero Tablet?

Rash

33%

Weakness

33%

Nausea

33%

Patient concerns

My grandmother suffering from 4th stage lung cancer doctor recommend drug GEFITERO for treating just confirm me is there any side efforts while consuming and how to take this medicine.

Dr. Vijay Sharnangat

Medical Oncology and Hematology

Gefitero can have many side effects like, Hand foot syndrome, maculopapular skin lesions, fatigue etc. You have to take this medicine 1 hour before or 2 hour after meal.

What is the purpose of Chemotherepy given at the time of radiotherapy in ca lung small cell carcinoma

Dr. Vijay Sharnangat

Medical Oncology and Hematology

This is given to enhance the therapeutic effect of radiation therapy which is curative for small cell lung cancer.

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Address: 7-2-A2, Hetero Corporate, Industrial Estates, Sanath Nagar, Hyderabad – 500 018. Telangana, INDIA

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