Svitinib 12.5mg Capsule : Uses, Price, Dosage, Side Effects, Substitute, Buy Online

Svitinib Benefits & Uses

Svitinib is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Kidney Cancer

Other Benefits

Svitinib 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: Kidney Cancer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Kidney Cancer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Form: Capsule Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Svitinib Side Effects

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

Severe

Nausea or vomiting
Bleeding
Diarrhoea
Nosebleed (Read More - How to stop a nosebleed)

Moderate

Edema
Increased blood pressure
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Weakness
Rash
पेट दर्द
Loss of appetite
Dyspepsia
Skin Discolouration
Fatigue
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Dry Skin
Hair Loss

Svitinib Related Warnings

Is the use of Svitinib safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Svitinib. If you are pregnant, do not take Svitinib without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Svitinib safe during breastfeeding?

Svitinib may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Svitinib on the Kidneys?

Very few cases of side effects of Svitinib on kidney have been reported.

Mild
What is the effect of Svitinib on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Svitinib. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Svitinib on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Svitinib with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moxifloxacin

Sotalol

Quinidine

Clozapine

Haloperidol

Svitinib Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Bleeding
Thyroid problems
Hyperthyroidism

Frequently asked Questions about Svitinib

Is this Svitinib habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Svitinib.

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

After taking Svitinib, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Svitinib can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Svitinib is safe but you must consult your 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 Svitinib for mental disorders.

No

Svitinib Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Svitinib

It is safe to take Svitinib with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Svitinib

Consuming Svitinib with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 871

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

Svitinib 12.5mg Capsule