CRIZOTINIB

Overview

CRIZOTINIB is a Schedule H drug.
Crizotinib is a cancer medication that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. Crizotinib is used to treat non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to other parts of the body.

Usage

CRIZOTINIB is generally used to treat: Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer
CRIZOTINIB can address symptoms like: Black (tar) Colored Stools, Body Pain, Chest Pain, Chest Discomfort, Cough, Hoarse Voice, Difficulty Breathing, Fever, Chills, Head Headache, Dizziness, Fainting, Back Pain, Irregular Heartbeat, Sneezing, Tightness, Weight Gain

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

Q: Is it safe to take for someone breastfeeding?
A: Not Safe

How Do I Take It?

Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Caution should be exercised in patients with history of liver or kidney disease, vision problems, abnormal heart rhythm, prolonged QT syndrome, electrolyte imbalance, who are taking other medications, any allergy, during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Avoid contact with people who have infections that may spread to others. Avoid excess dosage.

Common Side-Effects

CRIZOTINIB : Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Body Pain, Chest Pain, Chest Discomfort, Cough, Hoarse Voice, Difficulty Breathing, Fever, Chills, Head Headache, Dizziness, Fainting, Back Pain, Irregular Heartbeat, Sneezing, Tightness, Weight Gain

Rare Side-Effects

CRIZOTINIB : Gums Bleeding, Blood Or Red Colored Urine

Disease Interactions

CRIZOTINIB can interfere with: Heart Arrhythmias, Acute Liver Failure, Acute Renal Failure, Vision Problems, Pneumonia

Technical Classification

CRIZOTINIB is categorized as: MULTIKINASE INHIBITORS / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with CRIZOTINIB as Ingredient

CRIZALK 200MG CAPCRIZOTINIB 200.0 MG
CRIZALK 250MG CAPCRIZOTINIB 250.0 MG