Apotinib 400mg Tablet Benefits & Uses

Apotinib 400mg Tablet is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia

Other Benefits

Apotinib 400mg Tablet 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: Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 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: Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
2 - 12 years (Child)	Disease: Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
13 - 18 years (Adolescent)	Disease: Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia (CML) Before or After Meal: With meal Single Maximum Dose: 400 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Apotinib 400mg Tablet Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Apotinib 400mg Tablet is used -

Severe

Nausea or vomiting
Rash
Edema
Musculoskeletal Pain (Bone, Muscle or Joint)
पेट दर्द
Diarrhoea
Fatigue
Erythema
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Moderate

Gastritis
Peripheral Neuropathy
Dehydration
Jaundice (Read More - Home Remedies for Jaundice)
Confusion
Angina Pectoris

Mild

Flushing
Rhinitis
Weakness
Urticaria
Breast Enlargement

Apotinib 400mg Tablet Related Warnings

Is the use of Apotinib 400mg Tablet safe for pregnant women?

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

Severe
Is the use of Apotinib 400mg Tablet safe during breastfeeding?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Apotinib 400mg Tablet on the Kidneys?

Apotinib can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Apotinib 400mg Tablet on the Liver?

Side effects of Apotinib rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Apotinib 400mg Tablet on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Apotinib 400mg Tablet Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Apotinib 400mg Tablet unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Diabetes
Heart Disease
Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Jaundice
Bleeding
Gastrointestinal Bleeding

Frequently asked Questions about Apotinib 400mg Tablet

Is this Apotinib 400mg Tablet habit forming or addictive?

Apotinib 400mg Tablet does not cause addiction.

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

After taking Apotinib 400mg Tablet, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Apotinib 400mg Tablet can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Apotinib 400mg Tablet should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Apotinib 400mg Tablet is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Apotinib 400mg Tablet Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Apotinib 400mg Tablet

Taking Apotinib 400mg Tablet with food does not cause any problems.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Apotinib 400mg Tablet

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Apotinib 400mg Tablet with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

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