SORAFENIB

Overview

SORAFENIB is a Schedule H drug.
Sorafenib is a cancer medication that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. Sorafenib is used to treat liver cancer, thyroid cancer, or a type of kidney cancer called advanced renal cell carcinoma.

Usage

SORAFENIB is generally used to treat: Liver Cancer, Thyroid Cancer, Kidney Cancer, Renal Cell Carcinoma

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

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

How Do I Take It?

SORAFENIB is generally taken Before Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

Patient may develop heart attack, bleeding, hypertension, gastrointestinal perforation. Caution needed for patients with history of high blood pressure, bleeding problems, chest pain, a heart attack, kidney disease other than kidney cancer, or heart or liver disease. It could cause birth defects, hence both males and females are advised to use contraception while on this medication. It may reduce the number of clot-forming cells (platelets), avoid situations in which bruising or injury may occur.

Common Side-Effects

SORAFENIB : Weight Loss (unintentional), Nausea, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Mouth Soreness, Hair Loss, Fatigue (tiredness)

Serious Side-Effects

SORAFENIB : Weight Gain, Slow Heart Rate (pulse), Constipation, Left Arm Pain, Chest Pain, Dizziness, Fainting, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools

Rare Side-Effects

SORAFENIB : Skin Rash, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

SORAFENIB can interfere with: Pneumonitis

Technical Classification

SORAFENIB is categorized as:
  • MULTIKINASE INHIBITORS / ANTINEOPLASTICS
  • VEGF/VEGFR INHIBITORS / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

Common Drugs with SORAFENIB as Ingredient

NEXAVAR 200MG TABSORAFENIB 200.0 MG
SORAFENAT 200MG TABSORAFENIB 200.0 MG
SORAFENAT TABSORAFENIB 200 MG
SORANIB 200MG TABSORAFENIB 200.0 MG