Tipiracil + Trifluridine
Information about Tipiracil + Trifluridine
Tipiracil + Trifluridine Uses
Tipiracil+Trifluridine is used in the treatment of cancer of colon and rectum.
How Tipiracil + Trifluridine works
Tipiracil + Trifluridine is a combination of two anticancer medications. Trifluridine suppresses DNA synthesis and stops the growth of cancer cells. Tipiracil slows down the degradation of trifluridine in the body.
Common side effects of Tipiracil + Trifluridine
Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils), Fatigue, Nausea, Low blood platelets, Decreased appetite, Diarrhea, Fever, Vomiting
Available Medicine for Tipiracil + Trifluridine
Expert advice for Tipiracil + Trifluridine
- Avoid the use of antacids within two hours of taking this medicine.
- Drink plenty of water every 24 hours after the start of the treatment.
- You may be at risk of infection so try to avoid crowds or people with colds, and report fever or any other signs of infection immediately to your doctor.
- To help treat/prevent mouth sores, use a soft toothbrush and rinse your mouth at least 3 times a day with saline water.
- To reduce nausea, take anti-nausea medications as prescribed by your doctor, and eat small, frequent meals.
- Eat foods that may help reduce diarrhea and take adequate rest.
- Use contraceptives, and do not conceive a child (get pregnant) while taking Tipiracil + Trifluridine. Barrier methods of contraception, such as condoms should be used during therapy and for 6 months after treatment.