Hertab 250mg Tablet — 150 Count Medication Pack

Uses:

• Treats advanced or HER2 Positive metastatic breast cancer.

Therapeutic Effects:

• Acts against the enzyme called tyrosine kinase.
• Prevents the Human epidermal growth factor receptor protein (HER2) and Epidermal growth factor receptors (EGFRs) from signaling.
• Kills cancer cells and slows down their growth.

Interaction with Other Drugs:

• Inform your doctor about any medicines you take or have taken before the treatment.

Storage:

• Store below 30°C and away from light.

How to Consume:

• Take exactly as prescribed by your doctor.
• Take at least 1 hour before or after eating.
• Do not crush, open, or dissolve the tablets.

Safety Advices:

• Pregnancy: not safe to consume while pregnant. Consult your doctor and use a reliable contraception method.
• Breastfeeding: unsafe during breastfeeding as the medication passes into breast milk.
• Lungs: use with caution in patients with severe lung disease.
• Liver: use with caution in patients with severe liver disease.
• Alcohol: avoid drinking alcohol as it may cause dizziness.
• Driving: may affect your ability to drive or perform activities that require focus.

Side Effects:

• Diarrhea (serious)
• Severe allergic reactions (serious)
• Skin rash (serious)
• Heart problems (serious)
• 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

Word of Advice:

• Take plenty of water during treatment.
• Eat a well-balanced diet.
• Avoid grapefruit juice as it affects how the medicine works.
• Protect your skin from the sun and use sunscreen with a good SPF.

FAQs:

1. What is Hertab 250mg Tablet used for?
   • Used to treat advanced or HER2 Positive metastatic breast cancer.
2. What is the most common side effect of Hertab 250mg Tablet?
   • The most common side effect is diarrhea. To prevent dehydration, consume lots of liquids, such as water or juice. If it is serious, consult your doctor right away.
3. How does Hertab 250mg Tablet work?
   • Acts against the enzyme called tyrosine kinase. Prevents the HER2 and EGFRs from signaling, killing cancer cells and slowing down their growth.
4. Is it safe to take Hertab 250mg Tablet while drinking juice?
   • No, drinking grapefruit juice can cause harmful interactions. Take this medicine with water only.
5. Can a pregnant woman take Hertab 250mg Tablet?
   • No, it is unsafe during pregnancy. Consult your healthcare provider if you are pregnant or planning to have a baby.
6. Is Hertab 250mg Tablet safe for breastfeeding women?
   • No, it is unsafe during breastfeeding as it affects the baby. Consult your doctor before taking this medicine.

Fact Box:

• Molecule name: Lapatinib
• Therapeutic class: Antineoplastic agent
• Pharmacological class: Kinase inhibitor
• Indication: Advanced or HER2 Positive metastatic breast cancer

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