Lapatinib



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  • Contains / Salt: Lapatinib


Lapatinib Information



Lapatinib Benefits & Uses

Lapatinib is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Lapatinib Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group Dosage
Adult(Female)
  • Disease: Breast Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1250 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Given in combination with capecitabine
Geriatric
  • Disease: Breast Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: Either
  • Single Maximum Dose: 1500 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Given in combination with capecitabine


Lapatinib Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Lapatinib is used -

Lapatinib Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Lapatinib safe for pregnant women?


    Lapatinib shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Lapatinib safe during breastfeeding?


    Lapatinib may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Lapatinib on the Kidneys?


    There are no side effects of Lapatinib on the kidneys.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Lapatinib on the Liver?


    Side effects of Lapatinib rarely affect the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Lapatinib on the Heart?


    Lapatinib may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

    Mild


Severe Interaction of Lapatinib with Other Drugs

Lapatinib should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -



Lapatinib Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Lapatinib unless your doctor advises you to do so -



Frequently asked Questions about Lapatinib

  • Is this Lapatinib habit forming or addictive?


    Lapatinib is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Lapatinib. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Lapatinib is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

    Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
  • Is it able to treat mental disorders?


    No, the use of Lapatinib in mental disorders is not effective.

    No

Lapatinib Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Lapatinib


    Taking Lapatinib with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Lapatinib


    Consuming Lapatinib with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

    Severe


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 748

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tykerb (lapatinib)



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