Palborest 100mg Tablet

Palborest 100 mg is a targeted therapy containing the active constituent palbociclib. It belongs to the group of anticancer medications known as cyclin-dependent kinase inhibitors. It is used in treating hormone receptor-positive, human epidermal growth factor 2 negative advanced or metastatic breast cancer. It is given in combination with certain other anticancer medications.

Common side effects associated with Palborest 100 mg include nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, tiredness, hair loss, dry skin, rash, infections, nose bleed, decreased appetite, low blood cell counts, swelling of lips and mouth, changes in taste, dry eye, blurred vision, and increased tearing. Inform your doctor if any of these side effects persist or cause concern.

Inform your healthcare provider if you are allergic to palbociclib or any ingredients in this medication. Before starting treatment, inform your doctor if you have signs of infections (fever, chills, or sore throat), liver disorders, kidney disorders, or intolerance to certain sugars. Seek immediate medical attention if you experience dry cough, chest pain, or difficulty breathing, as these may indicate lung inflammation. Inform your physician of all medicines you are taking, including supplements and herbal medicines, before commencing treatment with this medication.

Use effective birth control during treatment and for at least three weeks after the last dose. This medication is not recommended for children and adolescents under 18 years of age.

Treatment of hormone receptor (HR)-positive, human epidermal growth factor 2 (HER2)-negative advanced or metastatic breast cancer.

Palborest 100 mg capsule works by blocking the protein called cyclin-dependent kinases 4 and 6, which are vital for the division and growth of cells. By blocking these proteins, this medication slows the growth and prevents the cancer cells from spreading.

Take Palborest 100 mg capsule exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take this medication once a day at the same time with food. Swallow this capsule as a whole with a glass of water. Avoid crushing, breaking, or chewing the capsule.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious: Blood disorder (fever, chills, shortness of breath, weakness, bleeding, or bruising) Lung inflammation (chest pain, dry cough, or difficulty breathing) Common: Tiredness Hair loss Dry skin, rash Infections Low blood cell counts Decreased of appetite Nausea, vomiting Diarrhea Swelling of lips and mouth Changes in taste Nose bleed Dry eye, blurred vision, increased tearing

During Palborest 100 mg capsule treatment, it is advised to avoid grapefruit and its juices and preparations containing St. John's wort. It is recommended to use effective birth control while receiving treatment and for at least three weeks after the final dose for females and at least fourteen weeks after the final dose for males. This medication may reduce fertility, so discuss with the physician if you have any concerns. Your doctor may recommend regular blood tests to determine whether the capsule affects your blood cells.