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.
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