Osimertinib Benefits & Uses

Osimertinib is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Osimertinib 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: 80 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: 80 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Osimertinib Side Effects

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

Severe

Increased Liver Enzymes
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Back Pain
Diarrhoea
Nausea or vomiting

Moderate

Shortness of Breath
Mouth ulcer (Read More - How to get rid of Mouth Ulcers)

Mild

Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Infection

Common

Dry Skin
Rash
Itching or burning

Osimertinib Related Warnings

Is the use of Osimertinib safe for pregnant women?

Side effects of Osimertinib during pregnancy are not known because scientific research on this topic hasn't been done.

Unknown
Is the use of Osimertinib safe during breastfeeding?

Osimertinib should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

Severe
What is the effect of Osimertinib on the Kidneys?

Osimertinib is completely safe for kidneys.

Safe
What is the effect of Osimertinib on the Liver?

Side effects of Osimertinib rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Osimertinib on the Heart?

Osimertinib may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Osimertinib with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Osimertinib Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Coronary Artery Disease (CAD)
Heart Attack
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Osimertinib

Is this Osimertinib habit forming or addictive?

Osimertinib does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Osimertinib as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Osimertinib 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?

No, Osimertinib is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Osimertinib Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Osimertinib

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Osimertinib with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Osimertinib

Taking alcohol with Osimertinib can be dangerous.

Severe

See all substitutes for Osimertinib

Tagrisso 80 Mg Tablet - ₹143104
Osimertinib Tablet - ₹204400

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; Tagrisso® (osimertinib)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 952-953

Osimertinib Tablet