Gefitrust

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Gefitrust Information

Gefitrust, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Gefitrust also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.

The optimal dosage of Gefitrust is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Gefitrust include Weakness, Dry Skin, Dark colored (brown) urine. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Gefitrust as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Gefitrust normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Gefitrust has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Further, the section on Gefitrust related warnings talks about Gefitrust's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.

Gefitrust is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Gastritis as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Gefitrust have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Gefitrust may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to the above precautions for Gefitrust, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Gefitrust Benefits & Uses

Gefitrust is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

  • Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Other Benefits

Gefitrust 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
  • Disease: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: After Meal
  • Single Maximum Dose: 250 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Gefitrust Side Effects

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

Severe

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Loss of appetite
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
  • Erythema
  • Increased Liver Enzymes
  • Pancreatic inflammation

Moderate

Mild

Common

  • Weakness
  • Dry Skin
  • Dark colored (brown) urine
  • Yellow eyes
  • Yellow skin

Gefitrust Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Gefitrust safe for pregnant women?


    Gefitrust 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 Gefitrust safe during breastfeeding?


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

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


    Very few cases of side effects of Gefitrust on kidney have been reported.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Gefitrust on the Liver?


    Gefitrust has very mild side effects on the liver.

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


    There are no any side effects of Gefitrust for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Gefitrust with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Gefitrust Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Gefitrust

  • Is this Gefitrust habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Gefitrust.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Gefitrust only on doctor's advice.

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


    Gefitrust is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Gefitrust Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Gefitrust


    Taking Gefitrust with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Gefitrust


    It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Gefitrust and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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



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