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Tyrogef is a prescription drug, available for use as Tablet. Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Tyrogef have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Tyrogef. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
The most common side effects of Tyrogef are Weakness, Dry Skin, Dark colored (brown) urine. While these are the most often observed Tyrogef side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Tyrogef are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Tyrogef's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Tyrogef related warnings talks about Tyrogef's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Tyrogef can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Tyrogef in conditions like Liver Disease, Gastritis. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Tyrogef contraindications section.
Drug interactions for Tyrogef have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Tyrogef is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Tyrogef is used to treat the following -
Other 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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Is the use of Tyrogef safe for pregnant women?
Tyrogef can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Tyrogef safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Tyrogef. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Tyrogef on the Kidneys?
Tyrogef may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Tyrogef on the Liver?
Very few cases of side effects of Tyrogef on the liver have been reported.
What is the effect of Tyrogef on the Heart?
You can take Tyrogef without any fear of damage to the heart.
Tyrogef should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Tyrogef unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Tyrogef habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Tyrogef is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Tyrogef, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Tyrogef can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Tyrogef should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Tyrogef for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Tyrogef
Taking Tyrogef with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Tyrogef
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Tyrogef with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Iressa (gefitinib tablets)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 870
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 610-612