Afatinib dimaleate
Information about Afatinib dimaleate
Afatinib dimaleate Uses
Afatinib dimaleate is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. It is used in treatment of adult patients who have certain EGFR mutations.
How Afatinib dimaleate works
Afatinib dimaleate is an anti-cancer medication. It works by binding and inhibiting the enzyme receptors (EGFR, HER2, and HER4) that are responsible for the growth of cancer cells. Hence, resulting in the downregulation of signaling pathways. This is how it to stop or slow the spread of cancer.
Common side effects of Afatinib dimaleate
Nausea, Vomiting, Diarrhea, Itching, Rash, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Loss of appetite, Dry skin, Decreased appetite, Nail disorder
Available Medicine for Afatinib dimaleate
AfayroGlenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
₹2700 to ₹55003 variant(s)
XovoltibBoehringer Ingelheim
₹13724 to ₹549085 variant(s)
AfmedMedicamen Biotech Ltd
₹3060 to ₹60303 variant(s)
AfamacAdmac Pharma Ltd
₹2999 to ₹59994 variant(s)
AfatinBDR Pharmaceuticals Internationals Pvt
₹3600 to ₹63004 variant(s)
AfzannaCelon Laboratories Ltd
₹5500 to ₹95003 variant(s)
AfastedHalsted Pharma Private Limited
₹6050 to ₹104503 variant(s)
AfadelAdley Formulations
₹726 to ₹10703 variant(s)
AfanatNatco Pharma Ltd
₹3100 to ₹56303 variant(s)
AfzetaSun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd
₹2955 to ₹59103 variant(s)
Expert advice for Afatinib dimaleate
- You have been prescribed Afatinib dimaleate for the treatment of certain type of lung cancer (non-small cell lung cancer).
- Take Afatinib dimaleate on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before a meal or 2 hours after a meal.
- Diarrhea is common with Afatinib dimaleate and may sometimes be severe. Your doctor may prescribe medicines to treat diarrhea. Stay hydrated and take this medicine exactly as directed.
- Afatinib dimaleate can make your skin sensitive to the sun. Limit your time in the sun. Use sunscreen and wear protective clothing if you have to be in sunlight.
- Afatinib dimaleate can cause redness, rash, and acne. Get treatment for skin reactions as soon as you notice them.
- Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine and for a month after you stop taking it.
- Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking this medication. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms of very high blood pressure such as severe headache, confusion, problems with your eyesight, nausea or vomiting.
- Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.