Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Cabotib 20 Tablet
Description:
Cabotib 20 Tablet belongs to the class of medicines known as tyrosine kinase inhibitors used in the treatment of liver cancer, kidney cancer, and thyroid cancer.
Cabotib 20 Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach, but try to have it at the same time every day to get the most benefits. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. Take it exactly as advised by the doctor. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Chubbyigue, nausea, loss of appetite, taste change, and diarrhea are some of the common side effects of Cabotib 20 Tablet. It might cause high blood pressure, so the doctor may ask you for a regular check up of blood pressure. You must inform your doctor if you notice a severe skin reaction, such as skin rash or any pain, swelling, and redness of your hands and feet.
Earlier taking Cabotib 20 Tablet, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver or kidney problems, or high blood pressure. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine, so let your healthcare team know about all the medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during the treatment with this drug is important to avoid pregnancy.
Directions For Use:
Ordinary side effects of Cabotib
- Chubbyigue
- Nausea
- Diarrhea
- Vomiting
- Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
- High blood pressure
- Decreased appetite
- Taste change
- Low blood platelets
- Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
- Palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia syndrome
- Decrease in body weight
- Increased liver enzymes
- Dyspepsia
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
Warning & Precautions:
AlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Cabotib 20 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
PregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cabotib 20 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 feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Cabotib 20 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
DrivingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Cabotib 20 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Cabotib 20 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Cabotib 20 Tablet is recommended.
Cabotib 20 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Cabotib 20 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
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