Tunib 50mg Capsule: Effective Relief for You

Uses:

• Renal cell carcinoma (RCC);
• Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST);
• Pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (PNET);
• Medullary thyroid cancer;
• Certain kidney cancer.

How it works: Tunib 50mg Capsule contains the active ingredient Sunitinib, a tyrosine kinase inhibitor. It works by blocking certain enzymes called tyrosine kinases involved in the growth and spread of cancer cells.

Important information:

• Not recommended for people under 18.
• Discuss with your physician if you have blood conditions, heart problems, liver disorders, kidney problems, skin disorders, diabetes, seizures, or thyroid disorders.
• Inform your doctor if you are hypertensive.
• Avoid taking grapefruit in any form during treatment.
• Check with your dentist before starting treatment if you have any mouth problems.

Storage:

• Store at room temperature, between 68°F and 77°F (20°C and 50°C).
• Keep in the original package.
• Protect from moisture, light, and heat.
• Keep out of reach from children and pets.

How to consume:

• Take orally, in the form of capsules, with a glass of water.
• Swallow whole, do not crush, chew, or open.
• The recommended dose may vary depending on the type of cancer being treated, the patient's age and weight, and other factors.
• Usually taken once a day, with or without food, at around the same time each day.
• If you miss a dose, do not double the dose to compensate.

Safety advice:

• Pregnancy: not recommended during pregnancy.
• Breastfeeding: discuss the potential risks and benefits with your healthcare provider.
• Lungs: can cause interstitial lung disease (ILD), a serious and potentially fatal condition that causes scarring of the lungs.
• Liver: can cause liver toxicity, which can be severe or fatal in some cases.
• Alcohol: avoid consuming alcohol during treatment.
• Driving: avoid driving or operating machinery if you experience side effects such as fatigue, dizziness, or blurred vision.

Side effects:

• Serious: heart failure or heart attack, elevated liver function tests, liver failure, proteinuria, acute kidney injury, interstitial lung disease (inflammation of lung walls), pulmonary arterial hypertension, gastrointestinal perforation or fistula, haemorrhage (bleeding), hypothyroidism (low thyroid function), hypoglycemia (low blood sugar).
• Common: fatigue, nausea and vomiting, diarrhoea, loss of appetite, hand-foot syndrome, skin discoloration or rash, high blood pressure, headache, hair loss, changes in taste, dry skin or itching, nosebleeds.

FAQs:

• Q 1. Can Tunib 50mg Capsule cause changes in skin color? Yes, Tunib 50mg Capsule can cause changes in skin color.
• Q 2. Can Tunib 50mg Capsules cause heart problems? Yes, Tunib 50mg Capsules can cause heart problems such as high blood pressure, heart failure, and heart attack.
• Q 3. Can Tunib 50mg Capsule cause kidney problems? Yes, Tunib 50mg Capsules can cause kidney problems such as proteinuria (excess protein in the urine) and renal impairment.
• Q 4. Can I take Tunib 50mg Capsule if I have a thyroid problem? Yes, but your healthcare provider will monitor your thyroid function regularly.
• Q 5. Can Tunib 50mg Capsule affect fertility? Yes, Tunib 50mg Capsules can affect fertility in both men and women.
• Q 6. How can Tunib 50mg Capsule affect my blood? Tunib 50mg Capsules can cause hematologic toxicity, which may include neutropenia (low white blood cell count), thrombocytopenia (low platelet count), and anemia (low red blood cell count).

Fact box:

• Molecule name: Sunitinib.
• Therapeutic class: Anticancer.
• Pharmacological class: Tyrosine kinase inhibitor.

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