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Gefitero 250mg Tablet

GEFITINIB

Composition

GEFITINIB

Company

hetero healthcare Ltd.

Packaging

10 TABLET*1 STRIP

Offer Price

₹800

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Introduction

Gefitero 250mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicine called ‘anti-cancer’, primarily indicated in lung cancer treatment. Lung cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in one or both lungs. These abnormal cells do not carry out normal lung cell functions and do not develop into healthy lung tissue. In this disease, cells of the lung grow uncontrollably, and if not detected at an early stage may spread to other body parts, including the brain.Gefitero 250mg Tablet contains 'Gefitinib' which belongs to the group of medicines known as 'kinase inhibitors'. It works by stopping the action of an abnormal protein that causes the multiplication of cancerous cells. In this way, it stops the spread of cancerous cells.

Uses

Treatment of Non-small cell lung cancer

How to Consume

  • Gefitero 250mg Tablet can be taken without food on an empty stomach at least one or two hours before taking a meal. Swallow it as a whole with water
  • do not crush, break or chew it. Do not drink any liquid other than water to swallow the medicine.

Benefits

Gefitero 250mg Tablet contains Gefitinib, which belongs to the group of medicines known as kinase inhibitors. It works by stopping the action of an abnormal protein that causes the multiplication of cancerous cells. In this way, it stops the spread of cancerous cells.

Side Effects

  • 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:
  • nausea
  • vomiting
  • loss of appetite
  • weakness
  • red or sore mouth
  • increased liver enzymes
  • itchy or cracked skin
  • dry mouth
  • red or itchy eyes
  • nail problems
  • hair loss
  • fever
  • blood in the urine and burning sensation while urinating

Storage

Store below 30°C

Packaging

10 TABLET*1 STRIP

FAQs

What is GEFITERO 250MG TABLET used for?

Treatment of Non-small cell lung cancer

How should I take GEFITERO 250MG TABLET?

Gefitero 250mg Tablet can be taken without food on an empty stomach at least one or two hours before taking a meal. Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it. Do not drink any liquid other than water to swallow the medicine.

What are the side effects of GEFITERO 250MG 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: ;nausea ;vomiting ;loss of appetite ;weakness ;red or sore mouth ;increased liver enzymes ;itchy or cracked skin ;dry mouth ;red or itchy eyes ;nail problems ;hair loss ;fever ;blood in the urine and burning sensation while urinating

How should I store GEFITERO 250MG TABLET?

Store below 30°C

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