Kryxana 200mg Tablet
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Product introduction
Kryxana 200mg Tablet is an anti-cancer medicine used in the treatment of metastatic breast cancer. It helps to slow down the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them. This way it treats the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipples, or changes in the shape of the breast.
It is an anti cancer medicines
It is an anti cancer medicines
Uses of Kryxana Tablet
- Metastatic breast cancer
Benefits of Kryxana Tablet
In Metastatic breast cancer
Kryxana 200mg Tablet helps to treat breast cancer and it may be used alone or in combination with other medicines or treatment modalities like chemotherapy. This medicine is used when other medicines have not shown significant improvement and the cancer has spread to other parts as well. It relieves the symptoms of breast cancer such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipples or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. Kryxana 200mg Tablet kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. Discuss with your doctor if any of the side effects bother you.
Side effects of Kryxana 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 Kryxana
- Decreased white blood cell count
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Diarrhea
- Hair loss
- Vomiting
- Constipation
- Headache
- Back pain
How to use Kryxana 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. Kryxana 200mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Kryxana Tablet works
Kryxana 200mg Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking proteins (kinases) which are important for the growth and division of cells. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.
Safety advice
Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Kryxana 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Kryxana 200mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Kryxana 200mg 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
Kryxana 200mg Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Some people may experience fatigue, dizziness, or vertigo during treatment with Kryxana 200mg Tablet. If these happen you should be cautious when driving or using machines.
Some people may experience fatigue, dizziness, or vertigo during treatment with Kryxana 200mg Tablet. If these happen you should be cautious when driving or using machines.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Kryxana 200mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Kryxana 200mg Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.
Liver
CAUTION
Kryxana 200mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Kryxana 200mg Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
All substitutes
For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
No substitutes found for this medicine
Quick tips
- If you forget to take the medicine or vomit, skip the missed dose and follow a regular schedule. Do not take a double dose to make up missed dose
- Use effective contraception method to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
- It may cause dizziness. Avoid driving or any activity requiring mental focus until you know how it affects you.
- You may be asked for regular blood tests while taking this medication. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms of infection like fever, chills, and weakness.
- Inform your doctor if you are pregnant, planning pregnancy or breastfeeding.
- Do not stop taking the medication without talking to your doctor first.
- Take it with or without food, preferably at the same time every day, to avoid missing a dose.
Fact Box
Chemical Class
Pyridinylpiperazines
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
ANTI NEOPLASTICS
Action Class
Cyclin-Dependent Kinase Inhibitor
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Name: Novartis India Ltd
Address: Sandoz House, Shiv Sagar Estate, Worli Mumbai -400 018, India
Country of origin: Switzerland
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