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Geftilon, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Tablet. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Secondary and off-label uses of Geftilon have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Geftilon depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.
The side effects typically associated with Geftilon include Weakness, Dry Skin, Dark colored (brown) urine. Some other side effects of Geftilon have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Geftilon normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Geftilon is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Geftilon related warnings talks about Geftilon's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Geftilon is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Liver Disease, Gastritis as it can result in adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Geftilon are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug reaction of Geftilon with other medicines has been reported. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Geftilon is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Geftilon 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 Geftilon safe for pregnant women?
Geftilon has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Geftilon without medical advice.
Is the use of Geftilon safe during breastfeeding?
Geftilon should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Geftilon on the Kidneys?
Geftilon has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Geftilon on the Liver?
Side effects of Geftilon rarely affect the liver.
What is the effect of Geftilon on the Heart?
Geftilon is not harmful for the heart.
Geftilon 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 Geftilon unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Geftilon habit forming or addictive?
Geftilon does not cause addiction.
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 Geftilon can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Geftilon is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Geftilon in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Geftilon
Taking Geftilon with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Geftilon
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Geftilon and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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