Cabozat is a brand name for cabozantinib, a tyrosine kinase inhibitor used in oncology to treat various cancers by inhibiting specific enzymes that promote tumor growth and angiogenesis. Cabozat is a critical therapeutic option for patients with certain advanced cancers. Its efficacy in inhibiting tumor growth and progression offers hope for improved patient outcomes. However, due to the potential for significant side effects and drug interactions, it should be prescribed and monitored by healthcare professionals experienced in cancer chemotherapy.
Indications:
Advanced Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC): Cabotib is indicated for the treatment of advanced kidney cancer.
Hepatocellular Carcinoma (HCC): It is used in patients with liver cancer who have previously been treated with other anticancer medications.
Differentiated Thyroid Cancer: Cabotib is prescribed for locally advanced or metastatic differentiated thyroid cancer that has progressed despite prior therapies.
Cabozantinib targets multiple tyrosine kinases involved in tumor growth and angiogenesis, effectively inhibiting pathways that facilitate cancer cell proliferation and the development of new blood vessels supplying the tumor.
Cabozat is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cabozat is used -
Severe
Mild
Common
Is the use of Cabozat safe for pregnant women?
Cabozat should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Cabozat safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Cabozat. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Cabozat on the Kidneys?
Cabozat rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Cabozat on the Liver?
Side effects of Cabozat rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Cabozat on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Cabozat on the heart have been reported.
Cabozat should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cabozat unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cabozat habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cabozat is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Cabozat can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Cabozat is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Cabozat for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cabozat
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Cabozat and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cabozat
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Cabozat and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cabometyx™ (cabozantinib)