Pivikto 150mg Tablet

Introduction to Pivikto 150mg Tablet

Pivikto 150mg tablet contains the active constituent Alpelisib. It is an anticancer agent that belongs to the class of medications called PI3K (phosphatidylinositol-3-kinase) inhibitors. It is used in combination with other anticancer medication to treat a certain type of breast cancer that has spread to nearby tissues or other parts of the body in women who have already gone through menopause or in men whose cancer got worse during or after certain other treatments. It is also used to treat those who have certain types of PIK3CA-related overgrowth spectrum (PROS; a genetic condition that causes overgrowth and abnormalities in certain body tissues).

Do not take Pivikto 150mg tablet if you are allergic to Alpelisib or other ingredients in the medicine. Inform your physician if you have high levels of sugar in your blood or diabetes, bone disease, symptoms of skin rash, blistering of the lips, eyes, or mouth, skin peeling, fever, and red skin. Report to your doctor if you face any symptoms of rash, itching, hives, breathlessness, shortness of breath, wheezing, cough, low blood pressure, or discoloration of lips, tongue, or skin. This medicine is not recommended to be used in children and in adolescents under 18 years of age.

Therapeutic Effects of Pivikto 150mg Tablet

Pivikto 150mg tablet is a kinase inhibitor of phosphatidylinositol-3-kinase (PI3K) with inhibitory activity predominantly against PI3K-alpha. In breast cancer cell cells, PI3K inhibition by this medicine induces an increase in estrogen receptor transcription. These enzymes help cancer cells to grow and multiply. By blocking their action, it can reduce cancer growth and spread and help destroy cancer cells.

Interaction of Pivikto 150mg Tablet with other drugs

Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications interact with Pivikto 150mg tablet and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.

More Information about Pivikto 150mg Tablet

Store the Pivikto 150mg tablet at 20°C to 25°C
Protect the medicine from light and excessive moisture.
Keep the medicine out of reach of children and pets
If you forgot to take the tablet, simply take your next dose at the scheduled time. Do not take a double dose to make up for a forgotten dose.

How to consume Pivikto 150mg Tablet

Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of Pivikto 150mg tablet based on the disease condition and other factors. Always take this medicine as prescribed by your doctor. Take the tablet at the same time, immediately after food. Do not break, chew, crush, or break the tablet. Swallow the whole tablet with water. If you cannot swallow the tablet, mix the tablets into a glass of water as per doctor advice.

Safety Advices for Pivikto 150mg Tablet

Pregnancy

Do not take Pivikto 150mg tablet if you are pregnant because this may harm the unborn baby. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspecting pregnancy, or planning to get pregnant during the treatment. Use effective contraception during the treatment and for 1 week after the last dose.

Breast Feeding

Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Pivikto 150mg tablet because the medicine passes into the breast milk in small amounts and may harm your baby. Do not breastfeed during the treatment.

Lungs

It is unknown whether Pivikto 150mg tablet can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.

Liver

Pivikto 150mg tablet is safe to use in patients with liver problems. There is no need for dose adjustments. Inform your physician if you have any liver disease before initiating the therapy.

Alcohol

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pivikto 150mg tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

Pivikto 150mg tablet may alter your ability to drive and operate heavy machinery. The treatment may cause tiredness hence avoid activities after taking the medicine.

Side Effects of Pivikto 150mg Tablet

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Common

Hair loss
Decreased weight
Decreased appetite
Nausea, vomiting
Tiredness

Serious

Cellulitis
Hyperglycemia
Diarrhea
Hypersensitivity reactions
Pneumonitis
Dehydration
Angioedema

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