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Hertab 250mg Tablet
Lapatinib
Uses of Hertab 250mg Tablet
- Treats advanced or HER2 Positive metastatic breast cancer.
Product Description
Introduction to Hertab 250mg Tablet
Hertab 250mg Tablet contains the active ingredient lapatinib. It is indicated to treat advanced breast cancer and it may be used alone or in combination with other medications. It is effective against cells sensitive to hormones and rapidly multiplying cancer cells that produce most of the protein called human epidermal growth receptor -2.
The common side effects that are likely to occur while you are on the treatment with Hertab 250mg Tablet are nausea, vomiting, tiredness, weakness, itching, dry skin, loss of appetite, indigestion, constipation, mouth ulcers, stomach pain, difficulty in sleeping, joint or back pain, cough, breathing problems, headache, etc. If you experience severe allergic reactions, skin rashes, heart, liver, and lung problems, report your physician immediately.
Inform your healthcare provider at the first sign of diarrhea or dehydration. Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking Hertab 250mg Tablet. If you have diarrhea while taking this medication, drink plenty of fluids, eat low-fat, high-protein foods, and avoid milk and its products and herbal supplements.
Therapeutic Effects of Hertab 250mg Tablet
Hertab 250mg Tablet acts against the enzyme called tyrosine kinase. It prevents the Human epidermal growth factor receptor protein (HER2) and Epidermal growth factor receptors (EGFRs) from signaling, which are produced by breast cancer cells. It kills cancer cells and slows down their growth.
Interaction of Hertab 250mg Tablet with other drugs
Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products you take or have taken before the treatment. Certain medications may interact with Hertab 250mg Tablet Injection and cause undesirable side effects.Store below 30°C and away from light.
More Information about Hertab 250mg Tablet
- Store below 30°C and away from light.
How to consume Hertab 250mg Tablet
Take Hertab 250mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take this medicine at least 1 hour before or after taking the food. Swallow the tablet and do not crush, open, or dissolve them.
Safety Advices for Hertab 250mg Tablet
Pregnancy
It is not safe to consume Hertab 250mg Tablet while you are pregnant. Consult your doctor and use a reliable contraception method to avoid becoming pregnant during this treatment.
Breast Feeding
Hertab 250mg Tablet is unsafe during breastfeeding as this medication tends to pass into the breast milk and affect the baby.
Lungs
Talk to your doctor if you have any lung conditions before starting treatment with Hertab 250mg Tablet.
Liver
Hertab 250mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Consult your physician for advice.
Alcohol
Avoid drinking alcohol while taking Hertab 250mg Tablet as it may cause dizziness.
Driving
Hertab 250mg Tablet may affect your ability to drive or perform activities that require focus. Exercise caution while driving or using machines.
Side Effects of Hertab 250mg Tablet
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medications cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious
- Diarrhea
- Severe allergic reactions
- Skin rash
- Heart problems
Common
- Loss of appetite
- Nausea, vomiting
- Tiredness, weakness
- Indigestion
- Constipation
- Sore mouth or mouth ulcers
- Stomach pain
- Trouble sleeping
- Back pain
- Pain in the hands and feet
- Joint or back pain
- Cough, breathlessness
- Headache
- Nose bleed
- Hot flush
- Unusual hair loss
- Dry skin and itching
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