Sorafenat 200mg Tablet Pack of 30 for Effective Treatment

Sorafenat 200mg Tablet 30's

Uses:

• Advanced renal cell carcinoma;
• Advanced hepatocellular carcinoma that cannot be surgically treated;
• Advanced papillary and follicular Hurtle cell thyroid carcinoma.

How it works:

• Inhibits multiple receptor tyrosine kinases (enzymes), primarily vascular endothelial growth factor receptors and platelet-derived growth factor-β receptors;
• Prevents the development of blood vessels in tumor cells (angiogenesis);
• Arrests the growth and spread of tumor cells to other organs.

Dosage and administration:

• Take the Sorafenat 200 mg tablet without food (1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal);
• Swallow with a glass of water;
• Do not break, crush or chew the tablets.

Safety advice:

• Pregnancy: it is unsafe to use Sorafenat 200mg Tablet during pregnancy as it may harm the unborn baby;
• Breastfeeding: do not breastfeed during treatment with Sorafenat 200mg Tablet and for two weeks after the last dose;
• Lungs: cautiously administered in patients with certain lung problems;
• Liver: take with caution in patients with severe liver disease;
• Alcohol: avoid drinking alcohol while taking Sorafenat 200mg Tablet;
• Driving: avoid driving or doing things that require focus during this treatment period.

Side effects:

• Serious: Stevens-Johnson Syndrome and toxic epidermal necrosis, decreased blood flow to the heart, increased risk of bleeding, high blood pressure, skin problems, liver problems, problems in wound healing;
• Common: nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea, tiredness and weakness, infection, hair thinning and patchy hair loss, rash, weight loss, loss of appetite, low levels of calcium in the blood, flu-like illness.

Interaction with other drugs:

• Inform your doctor about any prescribed medications, over-the-counter medicines, nutritional and vitamin supplements, or herbal products that you are taking or have taken before the treatment.

Storage:

• Store below 30°C in a dry place.

FAQs:

1. Can a diabetic person take Sorafenat 200mg Tablet?

• Yes, Sorafenat 200mg Tablet is safe to be taken by diabetic individuals. However, only take it after seeing a doctor, as they may change the dose based on the patient's condition.

2. What are the conditions under which Sorafenat 200mg Tablet use is prohibited?

• Sorafenat 200mg Tablet is not recommended for people who are allergic to any of its ingredients, have squamous cell lung cancer, or are already taking carboplatin and paclitaxel.

3. When should I stop taking Sorafenat 200mg Tablet as a treatment?

• Sorafenat 200mg Tablet should be discontinued if a person experiences a major adverse effect that impairs their quality of life. If not, you must continue taking this medication until your physician instructs you to stop.

4. What class of medication is Sorafenat 200mg Tablet?

• Sorafenat 200mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicines called anti-tumor and tyrosine kinase inhibitors.

5. I am pregnant. Can I use Sorafenat 200mg Tablet during pregnancy?

• Sorafenat 200mg Tablet should not be taken during pregnancy as it may harm the unborn baby. It is better to use effective contraceptive methods to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine or for at least six months after taking the final dose.

Fact box:

• Molecule name: Sorafenib;
• Therapeutic class: Tyrosine kinase inhibitor;
• Pharmacological class: Anti-Neoplastics.

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