Femmeola 150mg Tablet 30's
Uses:
- Maintenance therapy for various types of advanced ovarian cancer.
- Treatment of early and metastatic breast cancer.
- Treatment of prostate cancer.
- Metastatic pancreatic cancer.
How it works:
- Femmeola 150mg Tablet 30's inhibits the enzyme poly (ADP-ribose) polymerase (PARP), which plays a role in repairing damaged DNA in cells.
- By inhibiting PARP, Femmeola 150mg Tablet 30's prevents cancer cells from repairing their DNA, leading to cell death.
Important information:
- Consult your healthcare provider before starting treatment if you have any lung, liver, heart, or kidney problems.
- Do not take Femmeola 150mg Tablet 30's if you are allergic to the active compound and other ingredients of the medicine.
- Speak with your doctor immediately if you experience breathlessness, chest pain, rapid heart rate, fever, cough, or wheezing.
- Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you are taking, including prescription, over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, and supplements.
Safety advice:
- Pregnancy: it is not recommended to take Femmeola 150mg Tablet 30's during pregnancy as it may harm your unborn baby.
- Breastfeeding: it is unknown whether Femmeola 150mg Tablet 30's passes into the breast milk. It is not recommended to nurse a child during and after 1 month of completion of therapy.
- Driving: Femmeola 150mg Tablet 30's may have an impact on your ability to operate machinery and drive.
- Alcohol: it is unknown whether consuming alcohol interacts with Femmeola 150mg Tablet 30's. Please consult your doctor for more advice.
Side effects:
- Serious: neutropenia, acute myeloid leukemia, leukopenia, thrombocytopenia, lung problems.
- Common: shortness of breath, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, dyspepsia, loss of appetite, dizziness, diarrhoea, headache.
FAQ:
Q1: Can Femmeola 150mg Tablet 30's be taken during pregnancy or breastfeeding? Femmeola 150mg Tablet 30's may harm an unborn baby and should not be used during pregnancy. It is also not recommended while breastfeeding, as it may pass into breast milk and harm the nursing infant.
Q2: What are Femmeola 150mg Tablet 30's typical side effects? Nausea, vomiting, lethargy, diarrhoea, appetite loss, and blood cell count abnormalities are typical adverse effects.
Q3: Are there any dietary restrictions I need to follow while on Femmeola 150mg Tablet 30's? There are no specific dietary restrictions associated with Femmeola 150mg Tablet 30's. However, it's essential to maintain a healthy and balanced diet to support your overall well-being during treatment. It is recommended to avoid grape juice as it increases the blood drug concentration.
Q4: Is Femmeola 150mg Tablet 30's used as a standalone treatment in cancers? Femmeola 150mg Tablet 30's is usually indicated as maintenance therapy after a person completes a platinum-based chemotherapy regimen for ovarian cancer. However, newer studies are evaluating its solitary efficacy in treating different types of cancers.
Q5: Can I drive or operate machinery while taking Femmeola 150mg Tablet 30's? Femmeola 150mg Tablet 30's may cause side effects such as dizziness or fatigue, which could impair your ability to drive or operate machinery safely. If you're unsure, it's best to consult with your healthcare provider for personalized advice based on your specific situation.
Fact box:
- Molecule name: Olaparib.
- Therapeutic class: Antineoplastic agents.
- Pharmacological class: Poly Adenosine Diphosphate-Ribose Polymerase (PARP) inhibitor.
- Dosage form: Tablets.
- Habit forming: No.