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Kabigef is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Kabigef also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Kabigef 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. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Kabigef include Weakness, Dry Skin, Dark colored (brown) urine. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Kabigef can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. These side effects of Kabigef are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Kabigef has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Kabigef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Kabigef is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Gastritis are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Kabigef are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Kabigef may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Kabigef, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Kabigef is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Kabigef is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Common
Is the use of Kabigef safe for pregnant women?
Kabigef should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Kabigef safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Kabigef. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Kabigef on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Kabigef on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Kabigef on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Kabigef on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Kabigef on the Heart?
Using Kabigef does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Kabigef 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 Kabigef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Kabigef habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Kabigef is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Kabigef as you may feel sleepy.
Is it safe?
Kabigef is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Kabigef cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Kabigef
Taking Kabigef with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Kabigef
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Kabigef 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