Product Description

What is Erlocip-150?

Erlocip-150containing the active ingredient Erlotinib is considered a tyrosine kinase inhibitor type of medication. The medication works by interfering with the protein epidermal growth factor to prevent it from activating enzymes certain cancer cells require growing and multiplying. The tablets can be used along with other medications or other types of cancer treatment to treat non small cell lung cancer and pancreatic cancer that has spread to nearby tissues or to other parts of the body.

How is Erlocip-150 used?

Erlocip-150 is generally taken orally once daily or as otherwise directed by a doctor. The medication should be taken on an empty stomach with a glass of water at least 1 hour prior to or 2 hours after a meal. Contact a doctor for the correct dosage and length of treatment as it will depend on the patients condition and their response to the therapy. The tablets should be swallowed whole and not broken or crushed as the medicine can be dangerous if it comes into contact with the skin.

Adverse effects

Patients using Erlocip-150 may encounter unwanted side effects such as:

• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Dry skin
• Weight loss
• Fatigue
• Mouth sores

Contact a doctor immediately should side effects persist or encounter more severe side effects such as:

• Vision problems
• Signs of infection
• Abdominal pain
• Breathing problems
• Mental or mood changes
• Persistent cough
• Unusual bruising or bleeding