Gefitinib 250mg Tablet
Tablet · 30 Tablets per Box
- Composition
- Gefitinib
- Manufacturer
- Natco Pharma
- Pack
- 30 Tablets per Box
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About Gefitinib 250mg Tablet
Drug: Gefitinib | Class: EGFR TKI | Brand: Iressa 250mg (AstraZeneca); Geftinat 250 (Natco India) | Indication: Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with EGFR exon 19 deletions or exon 21 L858R mutations | Dose: 250mg once daily orally
Gefitinib – EGFR TKI
Gefitinib contains Gefitinib, a egfr tki for non-small cell lung cancer (nsclc) with egfr exon 19 deletions or exon 21 l858r mutations. FDA-approved; IPASS trial: superior progression-free survival vs chemotherapy in EGFR-mutated NSCLC; ESMO first-line for EGFR+ NSCLC.
Product Information
| Attribute | Details |
|---|---|
| Generic Name | Gefitinib |
| Drug Class | EGFR TKI |
| Brand Reference | Iressa 250mg (AstraZeneca); Geftinat 250 (Natco India) |
| Indication | Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) with EGFR exon 19 deletions or exon 21 L858R mutations |
| Standard Dose | 250mg once daily orally. Take with or without food. Continue until disease progression or unacceptable toxicity |
| Form | Tablet |
| Route | Oral |
| Prescription | Yes |
| Evidence | FDA-approved; IPASS trial: superior progression-free survival vs chemotherapy in EGFR-mutated NSCLC; ESMO first-line for EGFR+ NSCLC |
People Also Ask
What are the serious side effects of Gefitinib?
Common serious effects include immunosuppression, opportunistic infections, and organ-specific toxicity depending on the agent. Regular monitoring is mandatory.
How is Gefitinib monitored?
Regular blood tests including CBC, LFTs, and disease-specific markers are required. Frequency depends on dose and duration. Your prescriber will establish a monitoring schedule before and during treatment.
Is Gefitinib a chemotherapy drug?
Yes
How long is Gefitinib treatment?
Duration depends on the indication — cancer treatments are protocol-defined; RA DMARDs may be lifelong if effective; osteoporosis treatment is reviewed at 3–5 years.
Can Gefitinib be taken during pregnancy?
Most anti-cancer and immunosuppressive medications are contraindicated or require specialist risk assessment in pregnancy.
How it works
Reversibly inhibits EGFR tyrosine kinase blocking tumour cell proliferation.
Uses
Gefitinib is used for non-small cell lung cancer (nsclc) with egfr exon 19 deletions or exon 21 l858r mutations. FDA-approved; IPASS trial: superior progression-free survival vs chemotherapy in EGFR-mutated NSCLC;. Prescription and monitoring required.
Dosage and how to take it
Storage
Store at 15–30°C away from sunlight and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.
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