Dacoplice 30mg Tablet

Composition Dacomitinib (30mg)
Rx Prescription Required
Pack bottle of 30 tablets
Storage Store below 30°C
Chemical Class Quinazolines derivative
Action Class Tyrosine Kinase Inhibitors (TKIs)
Habbit Forming
Manufacturer Pfizer Ltd
Manufacturer address The Capital, 1802, 18th Floor , Plot No. C-70, â??Gâ?? Block , Bandra Kurla Complex, Bandra East , Mumbai â?? 400051.

Dacoplice 30mg Tablet is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. It works by stopping or slowing down the growth of cancer cells.

Pancreatic cancer

Small cell lung cancer

Liver cancer

Kidney cancer

Thyroid cancer

Blood cancer (Chronic myeloid leukaemia)

Gastrointestinal stromal tumour

Cancer of colon and rectum

Treatment of Non-small cell lung cancer

Soft tissue sarcoma

Chronic idiopathic myelofibrosis

Breast cancer

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Dacoplice 30mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Dacoplice 30mg Tablet inhibits a protein, human epidermal growth factor receptor (HER), which may cause cancer cells to grow more quickly and spread to other parts of the body. This may help in limiting the spread of cancer.

Q: What if you forget to take this medicine?
A:

Before taking Dacoplice 30mg Tablet, make sure you tell your doctor about any other medications that you are taking (including prescription, over-the-counter, vitamins, herbal remedies, etc.).

After starting your treatment with Dacoplice 30mg Tablet you may be at risk of infection, so try to avoid crowds or people with colds. Report fever or any other signs of infection immediately to your doctor.

Drink at least two to three quarts of fluid every day, unless you are instructed otherwise.

To reduce nausea, take antinausea medications as prescribed by your doctor, and eat small, frequent meals.

To help treat/prevent mouth sores, use a soft toothbrush and rinse your mouth at least 3 times a day with saline water.

Eat foods that may help reduce diarrhea and take adequate rest.

Before taking Dacoplice 30mg Tablet, make sure you tell your doctor about any other medications that you are taking (including prescription, over-the-counter, vitamins, herbal remedies, etc.).

After starting your treatment with Dacoplice 30mg Tablet you may be at risk of infection, so try to avoid crowds or people with colds. Report fever or any other signs of infection immediately to your doctor.

Drink at least two to three quarts of fluid every day, unless you are instructed otherwise.

To reduce nausea, take antinausea medications as prescribed by your doctor, and eat small, frequent meals.

To help treat/prevent mouth sores, use a soft toothbrush and rinse your mouth at least 3 times a day with saline water.

Eat foods that may help reduce diarrhea and take adequate rest.

In Treatment of Non-small cell lung cancer

Non-small cell lung cancer is one of the major kinds of lung cancer, and it affects both smokers as well as non-smokers. Dacoplice 30mg Tablet helps treat non-small cell lung cancer and may be given alone or in combination with other medicines. It is a potent and very toxic medicine, and discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor before taking this medicine. Avoid drinking alcohol while being treated with this drug and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Increased glucose level in blood

Decreased calcium level in blood

Increased liver enzymes

Dry skin

Decreased appetite

Lymphopenia

Constipation

Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)

Rash

Diarrhea

Weight loss

Cough

Low albumin level in blood

Paronychia

Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dacoplice 30mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dacoplice 30mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Dacoplice 30mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

It is not known whether Dacoplice 30mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.

Kidney:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Dacoplice 30mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Dacoplice 30mg Tablet is recommended.

Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Dacoplice 30mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Dacoplice 30mg Tablet is recommended.