Dacoplice 45mg Tablet
Dacoplice 45mg Tablet is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. It works by stopping or slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
Dacoplice 45mg Tablet
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About This Medicine
General information about this product
Dacoplice 45mg Tablet is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. It works by stopping or slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
Dacoplice 45mg Tablet is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. It works by stopping or slowing down the growth of cancer cells.
Dacoplice 45mg Tablet should be taken with or without food, but try to have it at the same time every day to get the most benefits. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. Take it exactly as advised by the doctor, as taking it in the wrong way or more than the recommended dose can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months to see or feel the benefits of this drug but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.
Diarrhea, rash, stomatitis, nail inflammation, decreased appetite, dry skin, decreased weight, alopecia (hair loss), cough, and pruritus are some common side effects of this medicine. Some serious side effects that might occur which need doctor consultation include tiredness, itchy skin, yellowing of your skin, chest pain or discomfort, and changes in your heartbeat. The doctor may perform some blood tests before and after the treatment to check for liver or blood sugar levels.
Before taking it, tell the doctor if you are taking other medicines. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine; therefore, let your healthcare team know about all the medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Effective contraception by both males and females is important during the treatment to avoid pregnancy.
03Uses
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
04How To Use
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 45mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
05How It Works
Dacoplice 45mg 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.
06What If You Miss A Dose?
Q: What if you forget to take this medicine?
A:
07Benefits
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 45mg 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.
08Side Effects
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
09Safety Information
Alcohol:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dacoplice 45mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Dacoplice 45mg 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 45mg 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 45mg 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 45mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Dacoplice 45mg Tablet is recommended.
Liver:SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Dacoplice 45mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Dacoplice 45mg Tablet is recommended.
10Drug Tips
Before taking Dacoplice 45mg 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 45mg 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 45mg 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 45mg 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.
