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Erlotad 150 Tablet 10.0 tablets in 1 bottle

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Erlotad 150 Tablet is a product of Adley Formulations

Composition: Erlotinib (150mg)

Pack of 10 tablet

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All Details About Erlotad 150 Tablet

Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Erlotad 150 Tablet

Description:

Erlotad 150 Tablet is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer and pancreatic cancer.

Erlotad 150 Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach or should be taken one hour before or 2 hour after meal.  You should continue to take it as long as your doctor advises it. The duration of treatment varies according to your needs and response to treatment. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. 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.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, vomiting, fatigue, rash, and weight loss. It may cause severe diarrhea, drink plenty of fluids or consult with your doctor if it bothers you. It makes you sensitive towards sunlight, hence wear protective clothing or use sunscreen while going out. In case you develop ulceration in mouth, changes in your vision, or breathing difficulties than it is better to inform the doctor. Your doctor may advise for regular monitoring of liver function while you are taking this medicine.

Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all 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 treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.  It is advised to quit smoking while taking this medicine as it can affect the working of the medicine. If you have to take an antacid or any other medicine, take it at a gap of at least 2 hours after taking the cancer medicine.

Uses:

Directions For Use:

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Erlotad 150 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

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

Ordinary side effects of Erlotad

  • Abdominal pain
  • Bone pain
  • Pantingness
  • Constipation
  • Cough
  • Diarrhea
  • Chubbyigue
  • Fever
  • Infection
  • Muscle pain
  • Nausea
  • Rash
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
  • Vomiting
  • Weight loss

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Erlotad 150 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Erlotad 150 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. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Erlotad 150 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
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether Erlotad 150 Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Erlotad 150 Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Erlotad 150 Tablet is recommended.
Employ of this medicine is not advised in patients with severe kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Erlotad 150 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Erlotad 150 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

FAQs:

How should Erlotad 150 Tablet be taken?

Erlotad 150 Tablet is a pill to be taken by mouth, once a day without food as prescribed by your doctor. It is important that you take Erlotad 150 Tablet empty stomach, at least 1 hour before or 2 house after meals. It is advisable to take it the same time each day so that you remember when to take it.

Is Erlotad 150 Tablet a chemotherapy drug?

Erlotad 150 Tablet is not a conventional chemotherapy medicine. Erlotad 150 Tablet belongs to a class of medications called kinase inhibitors. It works by blocking the action of an abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply. This in turn helps to slow or stop the spread of cancer cells.

How long can I take Erlotad 150 Tablet?

You need to take Erlotad 150 Tablet every day, as long as your doctor prescribes it for you. The duration of treatment may vary from person to person.

Does smoking interfere with Erlotad 150 Tablet?

Affirmative, smoking can interfere with the working of Erlotad 150 Tablet. It can decrease the effectiveness of the medicine to a great extent. Hence, it is advised to stop smoking before you start Erlotad 150 Tablet. Your doctor will need to adjust the dose of Erlotad 150 Tablet, if you keep on smoking or there is a change in the pattern of smoking.

What should I do if I get a rash while taking Erlotad 150 Tablet?

Rash is a common side effect of Erlotad 150 Tablet but you should not stop taking Erlotad 150 Tablet because of this. Consult your doctor who will suggest a treatment for it. Also, avoid sun-exposure, use a sunscreen and wear protective clothing.

When can I plan pregnancy, if I am taking Erlotad 150 Tablet?

Avoid pregnancy while being treated with Erlotad 150 Tablet. If you are a woman of child-bearing age use effective contraception during treatment. Avoid pregnancy for at least 1 month after taking the last tablet.

Does Erlotad 150 Tablet affect eyes?

Erlotad 150 Tablet commonly causes conjunctivitis and dry eyes. If you develop acute or worsening redness and pain in the eye, increased eye-watering, blurred vision and/or sensitivity to light, immediately inform the doctor as you may need urgent treatment.

When should I call my doctor during treatment with Erlotad 150 Tablet?

Inform the doctor if you experience sudden difficulty in breathing associated with cough or fever, severe or ongoing diarrhea, loss of appetite, nausea, and vomiting. Also, consult your doctor if you experience acute or worsening redness and pain in the eye, increased eye-watering, blurred vision and/or sensitivity to light. Let your doctor know in case you are taking a statin (medicine to control cholesterol) along with this medicine and experience unexplained muscle pain, tenderness, weakness, or cramps.

Written by:
Dr. Lokanish
M.B.B.S.

Reviewed by:
Dr. Sureshbabu Yadav
M.B.B.S., DIP.DIAB, F.R.S.H

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