Sorafenat Tablet 30's
About Sorafenat Tablet 30's
Sorafenat Tablet 30's belongs to the group of medicine called ‘anti-cancer’ that is primarily indicated in the treatment of kidney, liver, and thyroid cancer. Kidney cancer is also known as renal cancer is a disease in which healthy cells of the kidney become malignant (cancerous), grow in an uncontrolled manner, and forms a tumour. Cancer of the liver is known as liver cancer. When cancer occurs in the liver, it destroys healthy cells of the liver and affects the ability of the liver to function normally. Thyroid cancer occurs when cells start multiplying in the thyroid gland and form a tumour. The tumour is a collection of abnormal cells.
Sorafenat Tablet 30's contains 'Sorafenib' that falls in the category of medicines known as 'kinase inhibitors'. It works by stopping the action of an abnormal protein that causes the multiplication of cancerous cells. In this way, it stops the spread of cancerous cells.
Take Sorafenat Tablet 30's as prescribed by your doctor. You are suggested to take Sorafenat Tablet 30's as long as your doctor has prescribed it after checking your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience certain common side-effects such as itching or skin rash, acne, dry skin, vomiting, diarrhoea, and loss of appetite. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Sorafenat Tablet 30's for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not take Sorafenat Tablet 30's if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as Sorafenat Tablet 30's causes serious birth defects. Sorafenat Tablet 30's should not be taken by breastfeeding mothers as it passes into breast milk and may cause a possible risk to the infant. Elderly people are more sensitive to the medicine so the doctor may adjust the dosage according to the condition. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Sorafenat Tablet 30's as it could lead to increased dizziness.
Uses of Sorafenat Tablet 30's
Medicinal Benefits
Sorafenat Tablet 30's is a ' tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI)', that stops the uncontrolled growth and spread of cancerous cells. Sorafenat Tablet 30's is effective in treating thyroid, liver and kidney cancer. It acts by stopping the action of the abnormal protein that is responsible for the multiplication of cancerous cells. Whenever a new healthy cell is formed it undergoes a usual process of maturity. Cancerous cells form new cells more quickly so Sorafenat Tablet 30's targets cancerous cells and block the action of Tyrosine kinases enzymes (responsible for causing cancer). In this way, Sorafenat Tablet 30's stops the production, spread and growth of cancerous cells in the body.
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Side Effects of Sorafenat Tablet 30's
Drug Warnings
Sorafenat Tablet 30's may make you more susceptible to infections; consult your doctor if you develop any signs of infections such as fever, sore throat, breathlessness, jaundice, unexplained bleeding, or bruising. Your doctor may advise you to undergo regular blood tests, kidney and liver tests to monitor your condition. Inform your doctor about your health condition and medicines to rule out any unpleasant side-effects. Before your doctor prescribes you Sorafenat Tablet 30's, tell them if you have heart problems, high blood pressure, bleeding issues, surgery, or an electrolyte imbalance (like abnormal levels of magnesium, calcium, or potassium in the blood). Sorafenat Tablet 30's is restricted to use in persons who are sensitive to any of its constituent or have squamous cell lung cancer or already taking carboplatin and paclitaxel.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interaction: Sorafenat Tablet 30's may have interaction with anti-cancer medicine (Sorafenib and Paclitaxel), antibiotics (Neomycin), anti-seizure medicine (carbamazepine, phenytoin), an antacid (Omeprazole).
Drug-Food Interaction: The absorption of Sorafenat Tablet 30's gets reduced in presence of food. This is why it is suggested to take Sorafenat Tablet 30's on an empty stomach or 1 or 2 hours after a meal. Additionally, an individual should avoid grapefruit juice as it may increase the amount of drug in the bloodstream.
Drug-Disease Interaction: Do not take Sorafenat Tablet 30's if you have squamous cell lung cancer.
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Disease/Condition Glossary
Cancer: It is a genetic change in which our cells divide uncontrollably and spread into surrounding tissues. There are two types of cancer, namely benign (localized) and metastatic (spread to the whole body). There are more than 100 types of cancer, including blood cancer, lung cancer, breast cancer, etc. Cancer growth can be prevented by chemotherapy (by strong antibiotics), radiation and stem cell therapy. To date, there is no cure for cancer.
Renal cancer: Kidneys help to get rid of waste by filtering blood, regulate fluid balance, and helps in making urine. Kidney cancer occurs when cancerous cells start growing uncontrollably in the kidneys.
Liver cancer: The liver is responsible for making bile that is a substance that helps in digesting fats, nutrients, and other vitamins. When the liver gets infected with cancerous cells, it destroys the liver cells and affects the ability of the liver to work properly.
Thyroid cancer: The thyroid is the gland of the body that produces hormones responsible for the functioning of the body. When thyroid cancer occurs when a person does not remain able to feel the thyroid gland.