Pazokast 200mg Tablet: Reliable Allergy Relief

Uses:

• Advanced renal cell carcinoma;
• Advanced soft tissue sarcoma.

How it works:

• Pazokast 200mg tablet contains the active substance pazopanib, an antineoplastic drug belonging to the class of tyrosine kinase inhibitors.
• It prevents the activity of proteins involved in the growth and spread of cancer cells.

Important information:

• Do not take Pazokast 200mg tablet if you are allergic to pazopanib or any other ingredients of this medicine.
• Inform your physician if you have kidney, heart, lung, or liver problems, bleeding disorders, stomach or bowel problems, and thyroid problems.
• This tablet can raise your blood pressure. Regular blood pressure checks are necessary during treatment.
• No dose adjustments are required for patients with kidney diseases.
• Stop taking Pazokast 200mg tablet at least 7 days before any surgeries or dental operations.
• This medicine is not recommended for people aged under 18.
• Consult your doctor before taking this medicine if you are planning to become pregnant or are breastfeeding.

Dosage and administration:

• Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the treatment based on your disease condition, severity, and other factors.
• Take the tablets as prescribed by your doctor. Do not break, crush, or chew the tablets. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water.
• Do not take this medicine with food, as it affects the absorption of this medicine. Take Pazokast 200mg tablet at least two hours after a meal or one hour before a meal.

Safety advice:

• Pregnancy: Pazokast 200mg tablet is unsafe to administer in pregnant women because it may affect the fetus.
• Breastfeeding: Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Pazokast 200mg tablet.
• Lungs: Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
• Liver: Pazokast 200mg tablet is unsafe when administered in patients with severe liver diseases. Dose adjustments are necessary for moderate liver failure.
• Alcohol: It is unknown whether it is safe to consume alcohol when taking Pazokast 200mg tablet. Consult your doctor for more advice.
• Driving: Driving or operating heavy machinery is unsafe after taking Pazokast 200mg tablet because you may feel dizzy, drowsy, or have blurred vision.

Side effects:

• Common: hypertension, hair color change, increased glucose levels, decreased weight, decreased appetite, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, muscle and joint pain, headache, shortness of breath, tiredness.
• Serious: heart problems, bleeding from the anus, mouth, hypothyroidism, interstitial lung disease, infections.

FAQ:

• Q: What if I forgot to take Pazokast 200mg tablet? A: If you forgot to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. However, skip the missed dose if it is nearly time for the next dose. Do not take a double dose to make up the forgotten dose.
• Q: Can Pazokast 200mg tablet induce liver toxicity? A: Yes, long-term use of Pazokast 200mg tablet may induce liver toxicity or severe liver failure. Inform your physician if you have any liver disorders before starting treatment with this medicine.
• Q: Does Pazokast 200mg tablet change hair color? A: Hair color change is a common side effect of Pazokast 200mg tablet therapy which usually develops gradually during a few months of therapy. Consult your doctor for more advice.
• Q: Is anemia a side effect of Pazokast 200mg tablet? A: Pazokast 200mg tablet can reduce the number of red blood cells, which transport oxygen throughout the body. A low number of red blood cells is called anemia. This may make you feel tired and short of breath. Tell your doctor or nurse if you have these symptoms.
• Q: What are the benefits of Pazokast 200mg tablet? A: Pazokast 200mg tablet is used to treat certain types of cancer (kidney, soft tissue sarcoma). It decreases the blood supply to the cancer tumor to slow tumor growth.

Fact box:

• Molecule name: Pazopanib.
• Therapeutic class: Antineoplastics.
• Pharmacological class: Tyrosine kinase inhibitor.
• Indications: advanced renal cell carcinoma, advanced soft tissue sarcoma.

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