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Osimert 80mg Tablet 30.0 tablets in 1 bottle

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Osimert 80mg Tablet is a product of Everest Laboratories
Composition: Osimertinib (80mg)

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Find out detailed description, uses, directions of use, side effects, warnings and precautions, frequently asked questions about Osimert 80mg Tablet

Description:

Osimert 80mg Tablet is a protein kinase inhibitor used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. It is used in the treatment of adult patients who have certain estimated glomerular filtration rate (EGFR) mutations.

Osimert 80mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, 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. 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.

Diarrhea is very common side effect of this medicine, so drink plenty of fluids. But, you must inform your doctor if it does not stop. You must have to inform your doctor if you experience difficulty in breathing along with fever and cough, or severe peeling of the skin. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells.

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.

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. Osimert 80mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

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 Osimert

  • Diarrhea
  • Loss of appetite
  • Rash
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)

Warning & Precautions:

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Osimert 80mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Osimert 80mg 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 feeding
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Osimert 80mg 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
SAFE
Osimert 80mg Tablet does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Osimert 80mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Osimert 80mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Osimert 80mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Osimert 80mg Tablet is recommended.

FAQs:

What is Osimert 80mg Tablet used for?

Osimert 80mg Tablet is a targeted cancer medication used to treat non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It is prescribed when the cancer has a specific genetic change (EGFR mutation) and has either spread to other parts of the body or cannot be removed by surgery. It works by blocking signals that make cancer cells grow and spread.

Can Osimert 80mg Tablet affect my heart?

Affirmative, Osimert 80mg Tablet can affect your heart function. Your doctor will check your heart health before and during treatment. Tell your doctor right away if you notice a fast or irregular heartbeat, dizziness, shortness of breath, chest pain, or fainting.

How do I know if Osimert 80mg Tablet is working?

Your doctor will schedule regular scans and tests to check how well the treatment is working. You may also notice improvements in symptoms like breathing or coughing. However, everyone responds differently to treatment, so regular check-ups are important.

What are the most serious side effects of Osimert 80mg Tablet?

The serious side effects of Osimert 80mg Tablet include lung inflammation (ILD or pneumonitis), heart failure (cardiomyopathy), QTc prolongation (irregular heartbeat), severe skin reactions, and aplastic anemia (bone marrow failure).

Are there any contraindications for Osimert 80mg Tablet?

There are no absolute contraindications of Osimert 80mg Tablet listed, but it should be used cautiously in patients with heart problems, liver disease, and severe infections. Forever tell your doctor about any medical history.

What should I avoid while taking Osimert 80mg Tablet?

While taking Osimert 80mg Tablet, avoid St. John's Wort supplements, strong CYP3A4 inducer drugs, other QT-prolonging drugs, etc., and check with your doctor before taking any new medications. You should protect your skin from the sun and avoid activities that might cause injury, as the medication can slow wound healing.

When should I call my doctor immediately?

Contact your doctor right away if you experience severe breathing problems or shortness of breath, fever with cough and chest pain, severe skin reactions or blistering, heart symptoms (irregular heartbeat, chest pain), eye problems or vision changes, etc.

Does Osimert 80mg Tablet cure lung cancer?

Osimert 80mg Tablet does not cure lung cancer but is highly effective at slowing the disease, improving survival, and shrinking tumors in patients with specific EGFR mutations.

Written by:
Dr. T. Sharmila Krishna
M.B.B.S., MD (Biochemistry)



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


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