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Zefotib is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Zefotib have also been mentioned below.
The right dosage of Zefotib depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Zefotib include Weakness, Dry Skin, Dark colored (brown) urine. While these are the most often observed Zefotib side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Zefotib go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Zefotib is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Zefotib's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Zefotib related warnings section.
Zefotib can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Zefotib in conditions like Liver Disease, Gastritis. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Zefotib contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Zefotib have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Zefotib is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Zefotib 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 Zefotib safe for pregnant women?
Zefotib has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Zefotib without medical advice.
Is the use of Zefotib safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Zefotib. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Zefotib on the Kidneys?
Zefotib may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Zefotib on the Liver?
Side effects of Zefotib rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Zefotib on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Zefotib for the heart.
Zefotib 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 Zefotib unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Zefotib habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Zefotib.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Zefotib can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, but take Zefotib only as per medical advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Zefotib cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Zefotib
You can take Zefotib with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Zefotib
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Zefotib.
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