Erlotaz 150mg Tablet

Erlotaz 150mg Tablet is an anticancer medicine containing erlotinib. It is used to treat non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) and pancreatic cancer. Cancer is a disorder in which cells multiply in an uncontrolled and abnormal manner. It is usually given in combination with gemcitabine, another anticancer medicine, for patients with metastatic or advanced pancreatic cancer. Patients should inform their doctor about use of contact lenses, any intolerance to sugars, history of eye problems, clotting disorders, or concurrent use of medicines for clotting disorders or cholesterol. Erlotaz 150mg Tablet is not recommended for adolescents and children under 18 years of age. Do not take this medication with food. Use effective contraception during treatment and for at least 2 weeks after the last dose. Patients are advised not to smoke while being treated with Erlotaz 150mg Tablet, as smoking may decrease the amount of medicine in the blood. Wear protective clothing and sunscreen when going outside. Inform the physician if patients develop eye pain, blurred vision, cough, fever, shortness of breath, severe abdominal pain, or persistent diarrhoea while taking this medicine.

Advanced or metastatic non-small lung cancer (NSCLC) Advanced or metastatic pancreatic cancer

Erlotaz 150mg Tablet prevents the activity of a protein called epidermal growth factor receptor (EFGR), a protein involved in the spread and growth of cancer cells.

Always take this medicine as prescribed by the doctor. The tablet must be taken at least one hour before or two hours after taking food. Contact the doctor if any missed the dose or taken more.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious Persistent or severe diarrhea Pain in the eye, blurred vision Sudden difficulty in breathing accompanied by cough and fever Severe pain in your abdomen Liver failure Common Rash, worsened in sun-exposed areas Loss of appetite, decreased weight Infection Headache Depression Nausea Mouth irritation Indigestion Hair loss, dry skin, itching, acne, cracked skin Tiredness Inflammation around fingernail Bleeding from nose, stomach, intestines Reduced kidney function

Inform the doctor if the patient has vision problems, use of contact lenses, clotting disorders, intolerance to sugar and medication taken for cholesterol before starting this medication. This medication should not be taken along with the food and it can be taken either before or after food as it increases the effectiveness of the medication. It is not recommended for individuals below 18 years of age. Inform the doctor about kidney, liver disorders as this medication is not recommended in the patient’s with kidney and liver disorders. Avoid making plans to have children or during pregnancy because this medicine is highly unsafe and causes harmful effects on the developing baby.