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Geftipar is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Tablet. Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses. The alternative uses of Geftipar have also been explained below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Geftipar. 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.
Geftipar also has some side effects, the most common being Weakness, Dry Skin, Dark colored (brown) urine. While these are the most often observed Geftipar side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Geftipar are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Geftipar's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Warnings related to Geftipar's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Geftipar is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Liver Disease, Gastritis are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Geftipar are listed in the contraindications section below.
Drug interactions for Geftipar have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Geftipar is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Geftipar 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 Geftipar safe for pregnant women?
Geftipar has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Geftipar without medical advice.
Is the use of Geftipar safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Geftipar. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Geftipar on the Kidneys?
Geftipar has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Geftipar on the Liver?
Geftipar has very mild side effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Geftipar on the Heart?
Using Geftipar does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Geftipar 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 Geftipar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Geftipar habit forming or addictive?
Geftipar is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Geftipar you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Geftipar only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Geftipar for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Geftipar
Taking Geftipar with food does not cause any problems.
Interaction between Alcohol and Geftipar
Information about the interaction of Geftipar and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched 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