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

Sunitax Benefits & Uses

Sunitax is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Kidney Cancer

Other Benefits

Sunitax 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

Sunitax Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Sunitax 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

Sunitax Related Warnings

Is the use of Sunitax safe for pregnant women?

Sunitax shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Sunitax safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Sunitax. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Sunitax on the Kidneys?

Sunitax rarely harms the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Sunitax on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Sunitax. 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 Sunitax on the Heart?

Sunitax may cause harmful effects on the heart. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate

Severe Interaction of Sunitax with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moxifloxacin

Sotalol

Quinidine

Clozapine

Haloperidol

Sunitax Contraindications

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

Heart Disease
Calcium Deficiency
Potassium Deficiency
Bleeding
Thyroid problems
Hyperthyroidism

Frequently asked Questions about Sunitax

Is this Sunitax habit forming or addictive?

Sunitax is not addictive in nature.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

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

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

Sunitax is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Sunitax Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Sunitax

It is safe to take Sunitax with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Sunitax

Taking alcohol with Sunitax can be dangerous.

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)

Sunitax 12.5mg Capsule