Expert advice for Xefta Tablet
Do not take antacids (to reduce the acid level of your stomach) 2 hours before or 1 hour after taking gefitinib.Take the tablet at about the same time each day.Do not give gefitinib to children.Do not take gefitinib, if you are allergic to gefitinib or similar medicines or to any of the other ingredients.Avoid using gefitinib, if you are pregnant or are breast-feeding.Avoid becoming pregnant during treatment with gefitinib because it could harm your baby.If you are taking a medicine containing warfarin as an active substance, your doctor may need to do blood tests more often.You may feel weak while taking this medicine, be careful while driving or using tools or machines.
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Composition
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Gefitinib (250mg) |
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Side Effect
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Common
Nausea, Rash, Vomiting, Weakness, Loss of appetite, Dry skin, Diarrhoea, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth). |
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How to works
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How Xefta Tablet works
Xefta 250mg Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply. This helps to stop or slow the spread of cancer cells. |
