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Geftistar is a prescription medicine that is available as a Tablet. Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses. Secondary and off-label uses of Geftistar have also been mentioned below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Geftistar. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
Geftistar also has some side effects, the most common being Weakness, Dry Skin, Dark colored (brown) urine. Some other side effects of Geftistar have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Geftistar normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Geftistar's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. Further, the section on Geftistar related warnings talks about Geftistar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Geftistar can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Geftistar in conditions like Liver Disease, Gastritis. The section on Geftistar contraindications lists all such conditions.
Drug reaction of Geftistar with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Geftistar is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Geftistar 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 Geftistar safe for pregnant women?
Geftistar 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 Geftistar safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Geftistar. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Geftistar on the Kidneys?
Geftistar rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Geftistar on the Liver?
Geftistar is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Geftistar on the Heart?
Using Geftistar does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Geftistar 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 Geftistar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Geftistar habit forming or addictive?
Geftistar is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Geftistar you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Geftistar is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Geftistar is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Geftistar
Taking Geftistar with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Geftistar
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Geftistar 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