Crizalk 200mg Capsule

Crizalk 200mg contains the active substance crizotinib. It is an antineoplastic drug belonging to the class of tyrosine kinase inhibitors. This medicine is prescribed to treat patients with anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) that is locally advanced or metastatic (spread outside the lungs or to other parts of the body). Do not take this capsule if you are allergic to crizotinib or any other ingredients of this medicine. Before initiating treatment, inform your doctor if you have had kidney, stomach, heart, or liver problems. Notify your doctor if you have reduced white blood cells, abnormal heart tracing on ECG, vision problems, or if you take other medications. Report to your doctor immediately if you are planning to get pregnant or think you may be pregnant. Discuss effective contraceptives with your doctor. Use effective birth control during treatment because oral contraception is ineffective with this medicine, and use it for at least 90 days even after completing therapy with Crizalk 200mg capsule. It is advised to discuss fertility concerns with your doctor. This medication is not recommended for adolescents and children under 18 years of age. Use sunscreen or protective clothing to cover the skin and protect it against sunburn. Crizalk substitutes include xalkori, alectinib, ceritinib, lorlatinib, and brigatinib, which are also used for ALK-positive non-small cell lung cancer.

Crizalk 200mg tablet uses are: Anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)

Crizotinib is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor that works by blocking the activity of the anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK) protein. It specifically targets the abnormal protein and blocks its activity, slowing down or stopping the growth and spread of cancer cells.

Take the Crizalk 200mg capsules at about the same time each day. The recommended dose is one capsule of 250 mg taken orally twice daily. Swallow the capsules whole and do not crush, chew, dissolve, or open the capsules. Your physician will choose the Crizalk dosage and administration frequency based on the medical condition because it differs for each person.

Crizalk 200mg side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Pain on the right of the stomach Partial or full loss of vision Lowered WBC Low heart rate. Swelling of the lungs. Breathlessness Cough with or without mucus Common Sensitivity to sunlight. Diarrhea Fever Constipation Nausea Increased liver enzymes Decreased appetite Tiredness (fatigue) Dizziness Neuropathy (weakness, tingling, or numbness in the nerve) Dysgeusia ( taste disorder) Hypophosphataemia (low levels of phosphate in the blood)