Pazopanib Benefits & Uses

Pazopanib is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Pazopanib 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: 800 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice
Geriatric	Disease: Kidney Cancer Before or After Meal: Either Single Maximum Dose: 800 mg Dosage Form: Tablet Dosage Route: Oral Frequency: 1 daily Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: For course duration follow doctor's advice

Pazopanib Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Pazopanib is used -

Severe

Headache
Nausea or vomiting
Fatigue
Diarrhoea
Increased blood pressure
Weight Loss
Discoloration Of Hair
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)
Hypertension

Common

Pain in Extremity
Difficulty breathing
Decreased appetite
Altered taste
Skin Discolouration

Pazopanib Related Warnings

Is the use of Pazopanib safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Pazopanib. If you are pregnant, do not take Pazopanib without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Pazopanib safe during breastfeeding?

There is no research available on the side effects of Pazopanib in breastfeeding women. Therefore, its impact is unknown.

Unknown
What is the effect of Pazopanib on the Kidneys?

Kidney can be affected by Pazopanib. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pazopanib on the Liver?

Pazopanib can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Pazopanib on the Heart?

Pazopanib 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 Pazopanib with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Alfuzosin

Atazanavir

Doxorubicin (Liposomal)

Moderate

Tramadol

Alfentanil

Almotriptan

Alprazolam

Amiodarone

Pazopanib Contraindications

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

Pneumonia
Neutropenia
Diabetes
Bleeding
Drug Allergy
Heart Failure
Angina
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Pazopanib

Is this Pazopanib habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Pazopanib is addictive.

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

Yes, you can comfortably use machinery or drive after taking Pazopanib since it will not make you feel sleepy.

Safe
Is it safe?

Yes, but take Pazopanib only as per medical advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Pazopanib for mental disorders.

No

Pazopanib Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Pazopanib

There isn't any research available on the side effects of taking Pazopanib with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Pazopanib

Taking alcohol with Pazopanib can be dangerous.

Severe

See all substitutes for Pazopanib

Votrient 400 Tablet - ₹15805
Votrient 200 Tablet - ₹7903
Pazopanib Tablet - ₹17300

This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 990-991

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Votrient (pazopanib)

Pazopanib Tablet