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Grexam is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. The alternative uses of Grexam have also been explained below.
The optimal dosage of Grexam is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Grexam include Weakness, Dry Skin, Dark colored (brown) urine. While these are the most often observed Grexam side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Grexam are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Grexam's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Grexam's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Grexam related warnings section.
Grexam can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Grexam in conditions like Liver Disease, Gastritis. Some other conditions that can be affected by Grexam are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Grexam have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Grexam is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Grexam is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Grexam safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Grexam. If you are pregnant, do not take Grexam without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Grexam safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Grexam. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Grexam on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Grexam on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Grexam on the Liver?
Grexam has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Grexam on the Heart?
Using Grexam does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Grexam should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Grexam unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Grexam habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Grexam.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Grexam as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Grexam only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Grexam is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Grexam
Taking Grexam with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Grexam
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Grexam with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Iressa (gefitinib tablets)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 870
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 610-612