Crizalk 200mg Capsule
Crizalk 200mg Capsule is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer that is locally advanced or has spread to other areas of the body.
Crizalk 200mg Capsule
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Crizalk 200mg Capsule is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer that is locally advanced or has spread to other areas of the body.
Crizalk 200mg Capsule is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer that is locally advanced or has spread to other areas of the body.
03Uses
Non-small cell lung cancer
04How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Crizalk 200mg Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
Crizalk 200mg Capsule is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply. This helps to stop or slow the spread of cancer cells.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take Crizalk Capsule?
A: If you miss a dose of Crizalk 200mg Capsule, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
07Side Effects
Dizziness
Fatigue
Edema (swelling)
Decreased appetite
Vision disorder
Gastrointestinal toxicity
Increased transaminase level in blood
Upper respiratory tract infection
Neuropathy
Abnormal blood cell count
08Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Crizalk 200mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Crizalk 200mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Crizalk 200mg Capsule is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving:UNSAFE
Crizalk 200mg Capsule may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
Kidney:CAUTION
Crizalk 200mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Crizalk 200mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:CAUTION
Crizalk 200mg Capsule should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Crizalk 200mg Capsule may be needed. Please consult your doctor.Use of Crizalk 200mg Capsule may not be advised in patients with the severe liver disease.
09Drug Tips
Crizalk 200mg Capsule helps in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer that is locally advanced, or has spread to other areas of the body.
Take it at the same time each day, with or without food.
Diarrhea, nausea and vomiting may occur with Crizalk 200mg Capsule. Stay hydrated and inform your doctor if it persists.
It may cause dizziness or blurring of vision. Don’t drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you experience severe stomach pain, fever, chills, shortness of breath, fast heartbeat, partial or complete loss of vision or changes in bowel habits.
Your doctor may want you to have regular blood tests to monitor your liver function while you are having treatment with this medicine.
Do not take Crizalk 200mg Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Use reliable methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
Crizalk 200mg Capsule helps in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer that is locally advanced, or has spread to other areas of the body.
Take it at the same time each day, with or without food.
Diarrhea, nausea and vomiting may occur with Crizalk 200mg Capsule. Stay hydrated and inform your doctor if it persists.
It may cause dizziness or blurring of vision. Don’t drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
Inform your doctor if you experience severe stomach pain, fever, chills, shortness of breath, fast heartbeat, partial or complete loss of vision or changes in bowel habits.
Your doctor may want you to have regular blood tests to monitor your liver function while you are having treatment with this medicine.
Do not take Crizalk 200mg Capsule if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Use reliable methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
References
Sources and references
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