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Uses Of Crizotinib

Crizotinib is a medication which comes under the class of kinases inhibitors. It helps in slowing and stopping the growth of cancer cells, such as lung cancer and Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma. This medication is also used for treating a certain kind of inflammatory myofibroblastic tumor type of cancer that occurs in the mucosal tissue area of the lungs, abdominal, bladder, stomach, uterus, intestine or/and liver. 

How to Use Crizotinib Capsules?
Before taking the medication, please read the instruction guide provided to you by the pharmacist or your medical professional carefully and adhere to all the directions as well as instructions. 

Crizotinib usually comes in capsule form and is consumed with or without food twice a day. Take the exact dosage as directed by your doctor, don’t take less or more than recommended. 

While taking the medicine please also ensure that you take the medication at the same time every day. If you are experiencing certain side effects while taking the medication such as nausea, vomiting and diarrhea then your doctor might stop your medication or decrease your dose, permanently or temporarily. 

The dosage is usually prescribed to you based on your medical history, lab test results, your response to the treatment and other medications that you might be taking. Ensure that your pharmacist and doctor are aware of all the medications you are consuming both prescribed and non-prescribed. It is also advised to not stop taking Crizotinib even if you’re feeling well, or without the consultation of your medical professional. 

According to WebMD, during your Crizotinib medicine course avoid eating grapefruit or consuming grapefruit juice without consultation of your medical professional as consumption of Grapefruit can increase the chances of side effects. 
 
It is advised for pregnant women, or women who may become pregnant to not handle this medication at all, as this medication can be absorbed by skin and lungs, and can be potentially harmful to the newborn. 

Other Uses Of Crizotinib
There are other uses of this medication, to know the details contact your local pharmacist or medical professional. 

Side Effects Of Crizotinib
Nausea 
Vomiting 
Diarrhea 
Dizziness
Fatigue 
Headache 
Heartburn 
Change in Taste 
Lost appetite
Mouth Sores 
Joint Pain 
Insomnia 
Constipation 

If the above-mentioned side-effects persist or keep getting worse, then please contact your medical professional immediately and they will prescribe you other medicines to go with Crizotnib or lower your dosage. In some cases they might also stop the treatment temporarily or permanently based on the severity of the side-effect. 

How can I save money on Crizotinib Medication?
With the NSURx Prescription Benefit Card, you may save money on Crizotinib at over 35,000 pharmacies across the United States.

You can save up to 80% on Crizotinib when you use an NSURx card. This might save you THOUSANDS of dollars each time you fill your script.

The more you shop with NSURx, the more NSUR Coins you will receive as a reward. You can then use those coins to make purchases on our online store.
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