Unigef 250mg Tablet

Unigef 250mg Tablet is an anticancer medicine that belongs to the class of tyrosine kinase inhibitors and contains Gefitinib as its active ingredient. It is prescribed for the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), a condition in which abnormal cells grow uncontrollably within the lung tissues. This medicine is indicated for patients with NSCLC that has spread to other parts of the body, have specific epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) gene mutations, and have not previously received treatment for their cancer. Some formulations of Unigef 250mg Tablet may contain lactose as an inactive ingredient. Patients with lactose intolerance may experience symptoms such as bloating and abdominal pain and should inform their doctor before starting treatment. Tell your healthcare provider if you have kidney or liver disease, vision disorders, lung problems, or if you are taking blood-thinning medicines such as warfarin. Your doctor will recommend regular blood tests to monitor your condition and reduce the risk of complications. Avoid drinking alcohol during treatment, as it may increase the risk of dizziness. Consult your doctor before using this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, as Unigef 250mg Tablet may harm the unborn baby. Your healthcare provider will perform a pregnancy test before initiating treatment and advise you to use effective contraception during therapy and for at least two weeks after the final dose. Breastfeeding should also be avoided while taking this medicine, as it is not known whether Gefitinib passes into breast milk.

Unigef 250mg Tablet is used to treat Non-small cell lung cancer.

It is an anilinoquinazoline derivative that 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 tumors in patients with NSCLC.

The medicine will be prescribed to you by a healthcare professional in a hospital setting. This drug 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 Unigef 250mg 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 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 burning sensation while urinating

Unigef 250mg is not recommended for children and adolescents below 18. It is advisable to monitor your blood pressure regularly during this treatment. Avoid high-fiber foods and drink lots of fluids if you have severe diarrhea. Antacids should not be used two hours before or one hour after taking this tablet. Avoid driving and operating heavy machinery if you feel tired or weak during this treatment.