Lapakast 250mg Tablet

Lapakast 250mg Tablet contains the active ingredient lapatinib. It is indicated for the treatment of advanced breast cancer and may be used alone or in combination with other medications. It is effective against hormone-sensitive cells and rapidly multiplying cancer cells that express high levels of human epidermal growth factor receptor-2 protein. Common side effects occurring during treatment with Lapakast 250mg Tablet include nausea, vomiting, tiredness, weakness, itching, dry skin, loss of appetite, indigestion, constipation, mouth ulcers, stomach pain, difficulty sleeping, joint or back pain, cough, breathing problems, and headache. Severe allergic reactions, skin rashes, heart problems, liver problems, and lung problems should be reported to your physician immediately. Inform your healthcare provider at the first sign of diarrhoea or dehydration. Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking Lapakast 250mg Tablet. If you develop diarrhoea while on this medication, consume adequate fluids, eat low-fat high-protein foods, and avoid milk products and herbal supplements.

Lapakast 250mg Tablet is used in the treatment of the following: Treats advanced or HER2-positive metastatic breast cancer.

Lapakast 250mg Tablet acts against the enzyme called tyrosine kinase. It prevents the Human epidermal growth factor receptor protein (HER2) and Epidermal growth factor receptors (EGFRs) from signaling, which are produced by breast cancer cells. It kills cancer cells and slows down their growth.

Take Lapakast 250mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take this medicine at least 1 hour before or after eating. Swallow the tablet and do not crush, open, or dissolve it.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medications cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious side effects of Lapakast 250mg Tablet: Diarrhea Severe allergic reactions Skin rash Heart problems Common side effects of Lapakast 250mg Tablet: Loss of appetite Nausea, vomiting Tiredness, weakness Indigestion Constipation Sore mouth or mouth ulcers Stomach pain Trouble sleeping Back pain Pain in the hands and feet Joint or back pain Cough, breathlessness Headache Nose bleed Hot flush Unusual hair loss Dry skin and itching

Stay hydrated, especially if you experience diarrhea. Eat a well-balanced, low-fat, high-protein diet. Avoid grapefruit juice, herbal supplements, and prolonged sun exposure. This medicine can make your skin more sensitive to sunlight, so always use sunscreen when going outside. Use a gentle, soap-free cleanser to wash your skin and keep it moisturised.