Nexavar 200mg Tablet

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Composition FOR Nexavar 200mg Tablet

Sorafenib(200mg)

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Nexavar 200mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Nexavar 200mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nexavar 200mg Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Nexavar 200mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Nexavar 200mg Tablet

Sorafenib(200mg)

Nexavar tablet uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of liver cancer, kidney cancer and thyroid cancer.

How nexavar tablet works

Nexavar 200mg Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply. This helps to stop or slow the spread of cancer cells.

Common side effects of nexavar tablet

Fatigue, Nausea, Loss of appetite, Diarrhea, Abdominal pain, Hair loss, Weight loss, Rash, Painful blisters on hands and feet

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Expert advice FOR Nexavar Tablet

  • Sorafenib is used in the treatment of liver, kidney, and thyroid cancer.
  • Take it without food, or with a low fat meal and a full glass of water.
  • Take it at the same time everyday to maintain consistent levels in your body.
  • Women who could get pregnant should use a reliable method of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
  • Your doctor may regularly monitor your blood pressure while you are taking this medicine.
  • Inform your doctor if you get a skin rash, or any pain, swelling, and redness of your hands and feet while you are taking this medicine.
  • Do not change the dose or discontinue use without consulting your doctor.

Frequently asked questions FOR Nexavar 200mg Tablet

Sorafenib

Q. How is Nexavar 200mg Tablet administered?
Nexavar 200mg Tablet is an oral medicine and you should take it exactly as per your doctor’s advice. It can be taken without food or with low to moderate fat meal. It should not be taken with high-fat meal which will make Nexavar 200mg Tablet less effective. If you are taking high-fat meal, take Sorafenib 1 hour before or two hours after high-fat meal.
Q. For how long do I need to take Nexavar 200mg Tablet?
If Nexavar 200mg Tablet suits you well, then you should continue taking it for the duration suggested by the doctor. However, if you experience any side effect that bothers you, talk to your doctor immediately.
Q. Do I need to take a treatment along with Nexavar 200mg Tablet for it to work?
Nexavar 200mg Tablet is used as a monotherapy, that is, it is a medicine which is used alone rather than in combination with other treatments like radiotherapy or chemotherapy.
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Q. How do I know if I am responding to Nexavar 200mg Tablet?
While receiving treatment with Nexavar 200mg Tablet, your doctor will most likely recommend regular scans to monitor the size of the tumor. You may also need to get regular blood tests to see if the deranged liver or kidney functions have improved or not.
Q. What are the serious side effects that can occur while taking Nexavar 200mg Tablet?
The possible serious side effects that may occur (not in everyone) include heart attack and heart failure, increased risk of bleeding, high blood pressure, skin problems and wound healing problems. Some other side effects which get highlighted when you go through various tests are decreased blood flow to the heart, swelling of the liver, an opening in the wall of stomach or intestines (perforation), changes in electrical activity of the heart (QT prolongation) and changes in thyroid hormone levels.
Q. Does Nexavar 200mg Tablet affect blood sugar levels?
Yes, Nexavar 200mg Tablet can cause a decrease in the blood sugar levels. In fact, the levels can decrease to the extent that the patient may faint. So, it is important that the patients having diabetes check their blood sugar levels regularly. Additionally, you should also consult the doctor if the dose of anti-diabetic medicines needs to be adjusted.
Q. I have developed redness and pain in my palms and soles ever since I started using Nexavar 200mg Tablet. My skin is also coming off. Is this dangerous? What should I do?
It seems you have developed hand and foot skin reaction due to Nexavar 200mg Tablet. Consult your doctor who will either interrupt your therapy for sometime or change your dose. He might also suggest some cream or lotion to treat the problem. If the problem is severe, consult a skin doctor.

Content on this page was last updated on 11 November, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)