Celon Erlotinib 150mg Tablet

Non-small cell lung cancer / Pancreatic cancer

In 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. Celon Erlotinib 150mg 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.In Pancreatic cancer Pancreas are very essential for digestion of whatever you eat and also for metabolism of blood sugar levels as they produce the body�s natural insulin. This medicine will help to control pancreatic cancer, and will relieve the symptoms such as, lack of appetite or unexplained weight loss. Celon Erlotinib 150mg Tablet helps to stop the action of those chemicals that aid in pancreatic cancer growth and spread. It will help you live a longer and healthier life.show moreshow less

Side effects of Celon Tablet The majority of side effects typically do not necessitate medical intervention. and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Doctor consultation is advised if they persist or if you�re worried about them Common side effects of Celon Abdominal pain Bone pain Breathlessness Constipation Cough Diarrhea Fatigue Fever Infection Muscle pain Nausea Rash Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)Vomiting

How to use Celon Tablet Follow your doctor's guidance regarding the dose and duration of this medication. Ingest it without breaking or crushing. Do not chew, crush or break it. Celon Erlotinib 150mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

How Celon Tablet works Celon Erlotinib 150mg Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. Epidermal growth factor receptors (EGFR) are expressed on the lung cancer cell surfaces that modulate their growth. This medicine works by binding the chemical messenger, EGFR, hence, inhibits the cancer signaling pathways mediated by EGFR. This is how it restricts further growth of the cancer cells.

Alcohol

Consult your Doctor: Please consult your doctor regarding the safety of consuming alcohol with Celon Erlotinib 150mg Tablet . Experts have not found evidence of alcohol impairing the effectiveness of the medicine.

Pregnancy

Celon Erlotinib 150mg 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. Doctor consultation is advised.

Breast feeding

Celon Erlotinib 150mg 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

It is not known whether Celon Erlotinib 150mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney

Celon Erlotinib 150mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Celon Erlotinib 150mg Tablet is recommended.Use of this medicine is not advised in patients with severe kidney disease.

Liver

Celon Erlotinib 150mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Celon Erlotinib 150mg Tablet may be needed. Doctor consultation is advised.Limited information is available on the use of Celon Erlotinib 150mg Tablet in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.

If you forget a dose of Celon Erlotinib 150mg Tablet , simply continue with your regular schedule and do not take a double dose.

Store in a cool and dry place, and keep the temperature below 30�C

Celon Erlotinib 150mg Tablet helps treat non-small cell lung cancer that is locally advanced, or has spread to other areas of the body. It should be taken 1 hour before or 2 hours after the meal. 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. It makes your skin sensitive towards sunlight.�Apply sunscreen or wear protective clothing while going out. It is advisable to avoid smoking while taking this medicine, as it makes the drug ineffective and requires dose adjustment. Do not take it with medication lowering the stomach acid (such as antacids, H2 blockers including ranitidine), as it may affect the working of medicine. 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. Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.

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