Gefitinib 250 mg Tablet

About Gefitinib 250 mg Tablet

GEFFY 250MG TABLETS belongs to the group of medicine called 'anti-cancer„, primarily indicated in lung cancer treatment. Lung cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in one or both lungs. These abnormal cells do not carry out normal lung cell functions and do not develop into healthy lung tissue. In this disease, cells of the lung grow uncontrollably, and if not detected at an early stage may spread to other body parts, including the brain.

GEFFY 250MG TABLETS contains 'Gefitinib' which belongs to the group of medicines known as 'kinase inhibitors'. It works by stopping the action of an abnormal protein that causes the multiplication of cancerous cells. In this way, it stops the spread of cancerous cells.

Take GEFFY 250MG TABLETS as prescribed by your doctor. You are suggested to take GEFFY 250MG TABLETS as long as your doctor has prescribed it after checking your medical condition.  In some cases, you may experience certain common side effects such as itching or skin rash, acne, nail problems, vomiting, diarrhea, and loss of appetite. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking GEFFY 250MG TABLETS for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not take GEFFY 250MG TABLETS if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as GEFFY 250MG TABLETS causes serious birth defects. GEFFY 250MG TABLETS should not be taken by breastfeeding mothers as it passes into breast milk and may cause a possible risk to the infant. Elderly people are more sensitive to medicine so they may adjust the dosage according to their condition. Avoid consuming alcohol along with GEFFY 250MG TABLETS as it could lead to increased dizziness.

Uses of GEFFY 250MG TABLETS

Treatment of Non-small cell lung cancer