Afamac

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Afamac Information

Afamac is an allopathic medicine The correct dosage of Afamac depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.


Afamac Benefits & Uses

Afamac is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

  • Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Other Benefits

Afamac 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: Lung Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Lung Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg
  • Dosage Form: Tablet
  • Dosage Route: Oral
  • Frequency: once only
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Afamac Side Effects

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

Common

  • Diarrhoea
  • Rash
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Decreased appetite

Afamac Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Afamac safe for pregnant women?


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

    Severe
  • Is the use of Afamac safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Afamac may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Afamac should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Afamac on the Kidneys?


    There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Afamac . If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Afamac on the Liver?


    The liver can be affected by Afamac . If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Afamac only after medical advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Afamac on the Heart?


    Side effects of Afamac on heart are unknown because research on this has not been conducted yet.

    Unknown

Frequently asked Questions about Afamac

  • Is this Afamac habit forming or addictive?


    No, you will not get addicted to Afamac .

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Afamac only on doctor's advice.

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


    No, Afamac cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

    No

Afamac Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Afamac


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

    Unknown
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Afamac


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Afamac .

    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; GilotrifI® (afatinib)

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 116-118


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