Gefitinib
Information about Gefitinib
Gefitinib Uses
Gefitinib 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.
Common side effects of Gefitinib
Diarrhea, Nausea, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Vomiting, Weakness, Decreased appetite, Fever, Hair loss, Conjunctivitis, Eyelid inflammation, Hemorrhage, Interstitial lung disease, Dryness in mouth, Angioedema (swelling of deeper layers of skin), Urticaria
Available Medicine for Gefitinib
GeftinatNatco Pharma Ltd
₹59002 variant(s)
GeftilonCelon Laboratories Ltd
₹45001 variant(s)
GefiteroHetero Drugs Ltd
₹31541 variant(s)
GeffyIntas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹41691 variant(s)
XeftaDr Reddy's Laboratories Ltd
₹40231 variant(s)
ZufinibZuventus Healthcare Ltd
₹30021 variant(s)
GefitecUnited Biotech Pvt Ltd
₹34001 variant(s)
GeftibGlenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹1436 to ₹43092 variant(s)
GefticipCipla Ltd
₹4871 to ₹54912 variant(s)
GefitrustPanacea Biotec Ltd
₹34451 variant(s)
Expert advice for Gefitinib
- Gefitinib 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.