Sorafina 200mg Tablet (Sorafenib)
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Sorafenib
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Overview
Sorafina 200mg Tablet is a prescription-based anticancer medicine used in the treatment of multiple cancers such as liver cancer, kidney cancer, and thyroid cancer. The active ingredient of the Sorafina is Sorafenib which belongs to the drug class of kinase inhibitors.
It works by blocking the action of specific abnormal protein to control the growth of abnormal cancer cells and slow down the progression of disease. Take it as prescribed by the doctor at fix time each day to get better results.
Indication
Kidney Cancer
Side Effects
The human body shows undesired symptoms after taking Sorafenib 200mg Tablet (Sorafina). Usually, they disappear with time as the body adjusts to the medicine. These side effects don't need special medical attention. It is advised to consult your doctor if these symptoms become unmanageable.
Some of the common side effects of Sorafina Tablet are mentioned below:
● Nausea, stomach pain, diarrhea
● Tiredness and weakness
● Infection
● Hair thinning and patchy hair loss
● Rash
● Weight loss
● Loss of appetite
● Low levels of calcium in the blood
● Flu-like illness
Serious Side Effects
- ● Decreased blood flow to the heart
- ● Increased risk of bleeding (blood in urine, stool, vomit, cough, etc)
- ● High BP
- ● Skin problems
- ● Liver problems
- ● Problems in wound healing
How To Use
Sorafenib 200mg Tablet (Sorafina) is a prescription-based anticancer drug that should be administered orally. It is advised to take this tablet after consulting your healthcare expert. Take this tablet on an empty stomach for better results.
Before starting this medicine, please inform your doctor about your medical history. If you experience any signs and symptoms while taking this medication that are not manageable, do not ignore those symptoms because they may lead to a higher risk.
Reference
● Thomas, L., Lai, S. Y., Dong, W., Feng, L., Dadu, R., Regone, R. M., & Cabanillas, M. E. (2014). Sorafenib in metastatic thyroid cancer: a systematic review. The oncologist, 19(3), 251-258.
● Porta, C., Paglino, C., Imarisio, I., & Ferraris, E. (2009). Sorafenib tosylate in advanced kidney cancer: past, present and future. Anti-cancer drugs, 20(6), 409-415.
● Li, Y., Gao, Z. H., & Qu, X. J. (2015). The adverse effects of sorafenib in patients with advanced cancers. Basic & clinical pharmacology & toxicology, 116(3), 216-221.
● Rini, B. I. (2006). Sorafenib. Expert opinion on pharmacotherapy, 7(4), 453-461.
● Wilhelm, S., Carter, C., Lynch, M., Lowinger, T., Dumas, J., Smith, R. A., ... & Kelley, S. (2006). Discovery and development of sorafenib: a multikinase inhibitor for treating cancer. Nature reviews Drug discovery, 5(10), 835-844.
Safety Advice
- • Alcohol: The interaction of alcohol with this drug is still unknown. It is advisable not to consume alcohol while taking Sorafina 200mg Tablet (Sorafenib). It is advised to consult your doctor for further information.
- • Pregnancy: Sorafenib 200mg Tablet (Sorafina) may be considered unsafe during pregnancy. Please consult your doctor in such condition.
- • Breastfeeding: Sorafina 200mg Tablet (Sorafenib) is probably not safe if you're breastfeeding. Kindly consult your doctor.
- • Driving: It is advisable not to drive or operate heavy machinery as you may feel dizzy after taking Sorafina 200mg Tablet (Sorafenib).
- • Kidney: Share your medical history with your healthcare expert in case of kidney disease before taking Sorafenib 200mg Tablet (Sorafina).
- • Liver: Inform your doctor before starting Sorafenib 200mg Tablet (Sorafina) if you have liver disease to avoid any serious side effects.
FAQs
Is it safe for diabetic patients to take Sorafina 200mg Tablet (Sorafenib)?
There are chances that this tablet may affect blood glucose levels. This decision is taken by the doctor after assessing blood glucose levels after taking the medicine. It varies from person to person.
What are the important things to keep in mind while taking Sorafina Tablet?
It is advised to strictly cut off high-fat foods while undergoing treatment with this medicine. It is important to tell your doctor if you're already taking any prescribed medicines or supplements.
Is it possible to take Sorafenib 200mg Tablet (Sorafina) along with other treatments to increase the efficiency?
Sorafenib 200mg Tablet is used as a monotherapy drug. It means this medicine is used alone and not in combination with other treatments like radiotherapy or chemotherapy for better results.
Does taking Sorafenib 200mg Tablet (Sorafina) cause any changes in the blood sugar levels?
Yes, some chances of taking Sorafenib Tablet can lead to fluctuations in blood sugar levels. They can decrease the blood glucose level to a limit where the person may feel unconscious. It is crucial to get blood sugar levels checked regularly. Moreover, consult your doctor if the dose of anti-diabetic medicines needs to be adjusted.
What are the possible signs observed to check if the patient is responding to Sorafina 200mg Tablet (Sorafenib)?
The healthcare expert advises to get your regular scans done in order to check the size of tumor. It is also important to get your blood test, KFT & LFT done to check the affect of the medicine on vitals.
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