Erlotinib Benefits & Uses

Erlotinib is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
Pancreatic Cancer

Erlotinib Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 150 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Erlotinib Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Erlotinib is used -

Severe

Nausea or vomiting
Fatigue
Weight Loss
Loss of appetite
Infection
Diarrhoea
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Rash
Back Pain

Moderate

Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)

Erlotinib Related Warnings

Is the use of Erlotinib safe for pregnant women?

Erlotinib can cause unwanted side effects in pregnant women. If you experience any side effects, stop taking Erlotinib right away. Take your doctor's advice before taking it again.

Moderate
Is the use of Erlotinib safe during breastfeeding?

Breastfeeding women may feel side effects of Erlotinib. If you see any side effects, stop taking Erlotinib immediately and talk to your doctor. Take Erlotinib again, only after your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Erlotinib on the Kidneys?

There are no side effects of Erlotinib on the kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Erlotinib on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Erlotinib. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Erlotinib on the Heart?

You can take Erlotinib without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Erlotinib with Other Drugs

Erlotinib should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Omeprazole

Lansoprazole

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Naproxen,Esomeprazole

Moderate

Clarithromycin

Erlotinib Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Erlotinib unless your doctor advises you to do so -

COPD (Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease)
Liver Disease
Kidney Disease
Dehydration
Peptic Ulcer
Lung Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Erlotinib

Is this Erlotinib habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Erlotinib.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Erlotinib you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Erlotinib is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Erlotinib for mental disorders.

No

Erlotinib Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Erlotinib

When consumed with certain foods, Erlotinib may take longer to have an effect. Contact your doctor about this.

Mild
Interaction between Alcohol and Erlotinib

Information about the interaction of Erlotinib and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tarceva® (erlotinib)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 870

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 514-516

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