Crizalk 250mg Capsule

Introduction to Crizalk 250mg Capsule

Crizalk 250mg contains the active substance Crizotinib. It is an antineoplastic drug that belongs to the class of tyrosine kinase inhibitors. This medicine is prescribed to treat patients with a type of lung cancer called Anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that is locally advanced or metastatic (spread outside the lungs or to other parts of the body). Do not take this capsule if you are allergic to Crizotinib or any other ingredients of this medicine. Before initiating the treatment, inform your physician if you have had kidney, stomach, heart, or liver problems.

Notify your doctor if you have reduced white blood cells, abnormal heart tracing after ECG, vision problems, or if you take other medications. Report your doctor immediately if you are planning to get pregnant or think you may be pregnant. Talk to your doctor about effective contraceptives. Use effective birth control during the treatment because oral contraception is ineffective with this medicine and use it at least for 90 days even after completing the therapy with Crizalk 250mg capsule. It is advised to get suggestions about fertility concerns from your doctor. This medication is not recommended for adolescents and children under 18 years of age. Use a sunscreen or protective clothing to cover the skin to protect them against sunburn.

Therapeutic Effects of Crizalk 250mg Capsule

Crizalk 250mg is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor that works by blocking the activity of the anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) protein. It specifically targets the abnormal protein and blocks its activity, slowing down or stopping the growth and spread of cancer cells.

Interaction of Crizalk 250mg Capsule with other drugs

Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, recent vaccinations, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications such as Erythromycin, Diltiazem, Verapamil, and other medications may interact with Crizalk 250mg and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.

More Information about Crizalk 250mg Capsule

Store at room temperature (15-30˚C) in the original container
Keep this medicine out of the sight and reach of children.

How to consume Crizalk 250mg Capsule

Take the Crizalk 250mg capsules at about the same time each day. The recommended dose is one capsule of 250 mg taken orally twice daily. Swallow the capsules whole and do not crush, chew, dissolve, or open the capsules. Your physician will choose the dosage and administration frequency based on the medical condition because it differs for each person.

Safety Advices for Crizalk 250mg Capsule

Pregnancy

Crizalk 250mg medicine is unsafe to use during pregnancy. Hence, check with your physician before taking this medicine if you are pregnant or think you might be pregnant.

Breast Feeding

It is unsafe to breastfeed while taking Crizalk 250mg because it can cause toxicity to the baby. Consult your physician for more information.

Lungs

Inform your doctor immediately if you experience any symptoms like lung inflammation, difficulties in breathing, cough with or without mucous, or even fever while taking Crizalk 250mg.

Liver

Inform your physician about any underlying liver disorders before taking Crizalk 250mg, as this medication should be used with caution in liver disease patients. Consult your physician before taking this medicine.

Alcohol

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Crizalk 250mg. Please consult your doctor.

Driving

It is unsafe to drive while taking Crizalk 250mg because this medicine might cause dizziness and tiredness, so avoid driving and operating machinery during this treatment.

Side Effects of Crizalk 250mg Capsule

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

Serious

Pain on the right of the stomach
Partial or full loss of vision
Lowered WBC
Low heart rate.
Swelling of the lungs.
Breathlessness
Cough with or without mucus

Common

Sensitivity to sunlight.
Diarrhea
Fever
Constipation
Nausea
Increased liver enzymes
Decreased appetite Tiredness (fatigue)
Dizziness
Neuropathy (weakness, tingling, or numbness in the nerve)
Dysgeusia ( taste disorder)
Hypophosphataemia (low levels of phosphate in the blood)

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