Gefipeace 250 Tablet

Gefipeace 250 Tablet is an antineoplastic drug belonging to the tyrosine kinase inhibitors class, containing the active ingredient Gefitinib. It is used to treat non-small cell lung cancer, a disorder in which cells multiply in an uncontrolled and abnormal manner in the lung tissues. It is indicated in patients with NSCLC that has metastasised to other parts of the body, those with certain types of abnormal epidermal growth factor (EGFR) genes, and patients who have not received prior cancer treatment. Some formulations of Gefipeace 250 Tablet may contain lactose as an inactive ingredient. In patients unable to digest lactose, a sugar found in milk and dairy products, this can cause symptoms such as bloating and abdominal pain. If you have lactose intolerance, inform your doctor before starting this therapy. Discuss with your healthcare provider if you have kidney or liver disease, vision problems, lung problems, or are taking any blood thinner such as warfarin. Your healthcare provider will arrange regular blood tests to prevent complications. Avoid consuming alcohol as it may cause dizziness. Gefipeace 250 Tablet is contraindicated during pregnancy as it may cause harm to the fetus. Your healthcare practitioner will conduct a pregnancy test before you start treatment with Gefipeace 250 Tablet. Avoid breastfeeding while on treatment as it is unknown whether Gefipeace 250 Tablet passes into breast milk.

The Gefipeace 250 Tablet is used in the treatment of the following: Non-small cell lung cancer.

It is an anilinoquinazoline derivative which interacts with a kinase inhibitor that inhibits an abnormal protein called the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR). This helps to slow or stop the growth of cancer cells and reduce the size of tumours in patients with NSCLC.

Gefipeace 250 Tablet is available as a tablet to be taken with or without food, as directed by your healthcare provider. The usual recommended dosage is 250 mg tablet once daily. Avoid crushing, opening, or dissolving the tablet; swallow it whole with a glass of water. Take the Gefipeace 250 Tablet at the same time every day.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common side effects of Gefipeace 250 Tablet are: Diarrhea Nausea Vomiting Loss of appetite weakness Red or sore mouth increased liver enzymes itchy or cracked skin dry mouth Red or itchy eyes nail problems hair loss fever Blood in the urine and a burning sensation while urinating.

Gefipeace 250 Tablet is not recommended for children and adolescents below 18 years. Regular monitoring of blood pressure is advised during treatment. Do not take antacids two hours before or one hour after taking this tablet. Avoid driving or operating heavy machinery if you experience tiredness or weakness while on treatment.