Erlotad 100mg Tablet

Erlotad 100mg Tablet contains erlotinib, an anticancer medicine belonging to the class of tyrosine kinase receptor inhibitors. It is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), an advanced and spreading type of lung cancer. When used in combination with gemcitabine, a chemotherapeutic medicine, it is also used to treat pancreatic cancer. It works by blocking the protein that increases the growth of cancer, known as epidermal growth factor receptors (EGFR). If a test has shown that your cancer has certain changes in a gene called EGFR (epidermal growth factor receptor), the cancer can respond to treatment with this medicine. Inform your doctor before starting treatment if you are using any stomach acid-lowering medicine, as it may prevent erlotinib from working. Inform your doctor if you have any kidney or lung-related problems. Make sure to inform your doctor of all the medicines you are taking before you start treatment with this medication. Report any symptoms of difficulty breathing together with a cough or fever, chest pain, fever, weakness, or seizures.

To treat non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Erlotad 100 mg works by inhibiting the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR), a protein responsible for cancer growth.

Erlotad 100 mg tablet should be taken orally as directed by your physician or pharmacist. It should be taken on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before food or 2 hours after food. Pregnant women should avoid this medicine as it may affect the growth of the child.

Like all medications, Erlotad 100 mg tablet can cause side effects, although not everyone who takes it will experience them. Common: Diarrhea (severe) Tingling, pain, numbness and burning sensation in the hands, arms, feet or legs Hoarseness or cough Lower back or side pain Pain or difficulty in urination Rash (severe) Loss of appetite and may lose weight Difficulty in breathing Eye problems Numbness or weakness in arms and legs Rare: Chest pain or discomfort Dehydration Slurred speech Seizures Black or bloody stools Inability to speak Constipation Blurred or change in vision Stomach pain or discomfort Unusual hair loss The skin may develop darker patches Depression

Erlotad 100 mg tablets have serious effects on pregnant women as they can affect the growth of the baby in the womb, so if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, consult your doctor. Avoid grapefruit or grape juice as it may increase the side effects of this medicine. It should be taken on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before food or 2 hours after food.