TUCANAT 150MG TABS 60'S

About

Tucanat 150mg Tablet is used to treat a specific type of breast cancer known as HER2-positive breast cancer, particularly when it has spread to other areas of the body, including the brain. It is typically prescribed in combination with two other medications—trastuzumab and capecitabine.

The active ingredient, Tucatinib, works by blocking the HER2 protein, which promotes the growth of cancer cells. By inhibiting this protein, Tucatinib helps slow down or prevent the cancer from spreading further.

Unlike traditional chemotherapy, Tucatinib is a targeted therapy, meaning it specifically attacks cancer cells while causing less damage to healthy cells. It should only be used under a doctor’s supervision, with regular checkups required to monitor the treatment’s effectiveness and safety.

Uses

• HER2-positive advanced or metastatic breast cancer
• Brain metastases in HER2+ breast cancer patients
• Use in combination with trastuzumab and capecitabine after previous HER2-directed therapies                     
  
  Directions for use
  
  This medicine will be administered by your doctor or nurse. Please do not attempt to self-administer it.
  
  
  Side effects
• Nausea or vomiting
• Mouth sores
• Less hunger
• Red or sore hands and feet
• Liver test changes (seen in blood reports)
• Yellow skin or eyes (could mean a liver problem)
• Bad diarrhea with weakness
• Trouble breathing or swelling (could be an allergy)
• High fever or infections
• Loose motion (diarrhea)
• Feeling very tired

Safety Measures

Alcohol - Alcohol consumption should be avoided or minimized, as it can worsen liver-related side effects.
Pregnancy - This medicine is not recommended for use during pregnancy. Women of childbearing age should use effective contraception during treatment and for at least one week after the final dose to prevent potential harm to the unborn baby.
Breastfeeding - Breastfeeding is not recommended while taking this medication, as it may pass into breast milk and pose risks to the infant. Consult your doctor about safer options or when it might be safe to resume breastfeeding.
Liver - Regular liver function tests are advised during treatment, as Tucanat 150mg Tablet can cause elevated liver enzymes.
Kidney - Tucanat 150mg Tablet may affect kidney function and requires monitoring, especially in patients with pre-existing kidney issues.

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