Pazroto 200mg Tablet is an antineoplastic drug that belongs 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 Pazroto 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.
Before starting treatment:
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products.
Certain medications may interact with the effects of Pazroto 200mg Tablet and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.
How to consume:
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 Pazroto 200mg Tablet at least two hours after a meal or one hour before a meal.
Safety advices:
Pregnancy: Pazroto 200mg Tablet is unsafe to administer in pregnant women because it may affect the fetus.
Breastfeeding: Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Pazroto 200mg Tablet.
Lungs: Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Liver: Pazroto 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 Pazroto 200mg Tablet. Consult your doctor for more advice.
Driving: Driving or operating heavy machinery is unsafe after taking Pazroto 200mg Tablet because you may feel dizzy, drowsy, or have blurred vision.
Side effects:
Common: hypertension, hair color change, increased glucose levels, decreased weight, decrease in 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.
FAQs:
Q: What if I forgot to take Pazroto 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 Pazroto 200mg Tablet induce liver toxicity?
A: Yes, long-term use of Pazroto 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 Pazroto 200mg Tablet change hair color?
A: Hair color change is a common side effect of Pazroto 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 Pazroto 200mg Tablet?
A: Pazroto 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 Pazroto 200mg Tablet?
A: Pazroto 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.