Emfib

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Emfib Information

Emfib is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. The alternative uses of Emfib have also been explained below.

Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Emfib. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

The most common side effects of Emfib are Weakness, Dry Skin, Dark colored (brown) urine. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Emfib can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Emfib are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Emfib is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Emfib's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Emfib related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Liver Disease, Gastritis must refrain from the use of Emfib since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Emfib are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Emfib may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Emfib is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.



Emfib Benefits & Uses

Emfib is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

  • Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Other Benefits

Emfib 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


Emfib Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Emfib 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

Emfib Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Emfib safe for pregnant women?


    Emfib has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Emfib without medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Emfib safe during breastfeeding?


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

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


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

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


    Side effects of Emfib rarely affect the liver.

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


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

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Emfib with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Emfib Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Emfib

  • Is this Emfib habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Emfib.

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


    After taking Emfib you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but take Emfib only as per medical advice.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Emfib for mental disorders.

    No

Emfib Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Emfib


    Taking Emfib with food is safe.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Emfib


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Emfib with alcohol will be.

    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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