Introduction to Dacoplice 30mg Tablet
Dacoplice 30mg tablet contains the active substance Dacomitinib. It is an antineoplastic drug that belongs to the class tyrosine kinase inhibitor. It is used as a first-line treatment in adults with a type of lung cancer called non-small cell lung cancer which has spread to other parts of the body, and if a test has shown that your cancer has certain changes in a gene called EGFR (epidermal growth factor receptor).
Do not take Dacoplice 30mg tabletif you are allergic to dacomitinib or any other ingredients of this medicine. Before initiating the treatment, inform your physician if you have any other lung problems because some lung problems may get worse during treatment with this medicine. Report to your doctor immediately if you develop diarrhea, skin rash, or symptoms of jaundice, including yellowing of your skin and eyes, dark or brown urine, and light-colored bowel movements.
Dacoplice 30mg Tablet is not indicated in children or adolescents under the age of 18 years. Inform your physician if you have any heart disease, liver disorder, or kidney problems before initiating the treatment. The most common side effects are skin rash, changes in nails, inflamed sore mouth, decreased appetite, dry skin, decreased weight, hair loss, cough, and severe itching of the skin. This medicine is not recommended for pregnant and breastfeeding women.
Therapeutic Effects of Dacoplice 30mg Tablet
Dacoplice 30mg Tablet is a protein-tyrosine kinase inhibitor that blocks a specific abnormal protein created by a chromosomal abnormality that signals cancer cells to multiply. It inhibits the multiplication and induces cell death in abnormal cancer cells.
Interaction of Dacoplice 30mg Tablet with other drugs
Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription medications, over-the-counter medications, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact with the effects of Dacoplice 30mg Tablet and reduce its effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects. Inform your physician, especially if you are using medicines for any heart disease or psychiatric illness.
More Information about Dacoplice 30mg Tablet
- Store Dacoplice 30mg Tablet at room temperature ( 20 °C to 25 °C)
- keep the injection away from the reach of children and pets.
- If you forgot to take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. however, skip the missed dose if it is nearly time for the next dose.
- Do not take a double dose to make up a forgotten dose.
- Avoid direct contact with crushed tablets with the skin or mucous membrane. If such contact occurs, wash thoroughly.
How to consume Dacoplice 30mg Tablet
Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the treatment based on your disease condition, severity, and other factors. Take the tablets as prescribed by your doctor. Do not break, crush, or chew the tablets. Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Take this medicine with a meal to avoid stomach problems. Take the tablet at about the same time each day.
Safety Advices for Dacoplice 30mg Tablet
Pregnancy
Dacoplice 30mg Tablet is unsafe to administer in pregnant women because it may affect the fetus. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspect pregnancy, or planning to become pregnant. An effective birth control method is necessary during the treatment and for 17 days after your last dose.
Breast Feeding
Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Dacoplice 30mg Tablet because the medicine passes into the breast milk in small amounts and may harm your baby.
Lungs
It is unknown whether Dacoplice 30mg Tablet can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Liver
Dacoplice 30mg Tablet is safe when administered in patients with liver diseases. No dose adjustments are necessary for mild, moderate or severe liver failure. Inform your physician if you have liver problems before initiating the therapy.
Alcohol
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Dacoplice 30mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Driving
Driving or operating heavy machinery is unsafe after taking Dacoplice 30mg Tablet because you may feel dizzy, drowsy, or have eye irritation.
Side Effects of Dacoplice 30mg Tablet
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Common
- Hair fall
- Inflammation in the nails
- Itchy skin
- Dry skin
- Decreased weight
- Decreased appetite
- Inflamed and sore mouth
- cough
Serious
- Severe itchy skin
- Diarrhea
- Respiratory illness