Crizotinib
Information about Crizotinib
Crizotinib uses
Crizotinib is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer.
How crizotinib works
Crizotinib 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 crizotinib
Edema (swelling), Dizziness, Fatigue, Decreased appetite, Decreased potassium level in blood, Renal cyst, Neuropathy, Vision disorder, Gastrointestinal toxicity, Increased transaminase level in blood, Upper respiratory tract infection, Abnormal blood cell count, Decreased phosphate level in blood, Pulmonary embolism, Change in body weight, Prolonged QT interval, Pneumonitis, Decreased calcium level in blood, Photosensitivity
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Expert advice for Crizotinib
- Crizotinib helps in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer that is locally advanced, or has spread to other areas of the body.
- Take it at the same time each day, with or without food.
- Diarrhea, nausea and vomiting may occur with Crizotinib. Stay hydrated and inform your doctor if it persists.
- It may cause dizziness or blurring of vision. Don't drive or do anything requiring concentration until you know how it affects you.
- Inform your doctor if you experience severe stomach pain, fever, chills, shortness of breath, fast heartbeat, partial or complete loss of vision or changes in bowel habits.
- Your doctor may want you to have regular blood tests to monitor your liver function while you are having treatment with this medicine.
- Do not take Crizotinib if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Use reliable methods of contraception to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine.
Frequently asked questions for Crizotinib
Crizotinib
Q. How is Crizotinib administered?
Crizotinib is generally administered in the form of capsules to be taken orally.
Q. What is Crizotinib used for?
Crizotinib is used for treating non small-cell lung cancer caused due to a mutation or defect in a gene called as anaplastic lymphoma kinase in cancer cells in patients who have not responded to previous therapies.
Q. How does Crizotinib work?
Crizotinib works by inhibiting an enzyme called as tyrosine kinase that transmits the signal for growth and spread of cancer cells.