Introduction

Afanat 40mg Tablet is an anticancer medicine containing Afatinib dimaleate as an active ingredient. It is used to treat patients with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) whose tumors have certain (non-resistant) abnormal epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) genes and patients with metastatic, squamous NSCLC progressing after platinum-based chemotherapy. Cancer is a disorder in which cells multiply in an abnormal and uncontrolled manner.

Afanat 40mg Tablet can delay disease progression and improve overall survival, helping patients maintain a better quality of life for a longer time. This includes improved physical functioning, reduced pain, and better mental and emotional health.

Talk to your doctor if you have kidney disorders, breathing problems, liver disorders, heart problems, intolerance to sugars, severe dry eye, or other eye problems before taking this medicine. Tell your doctor if you are wearing contact lenses or breastfeeding before taking this medication.

Limit your time in the sun as this medicine may make your skin sensitive to sunlight. It is not recommended for children and adolescents under the age of 18. Do not stop taking this medicine without consulting your doctor.

Uses

Afanat 40mg Tablet is indicated to treat the following condition:

• Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC)

Side Effects

Like all medications, Afanat 40mg Tablet can cause side effects, although not everyone who takes it will experience them.

Serious:

• Interstitial lung disease (ILD)
• Severe diarrhea or dehydration
• Liver problems
• Eye problems such as corneal erosion or ulceration
• Hemorrhage or bleeding problems
• Kidney problems
• Cardiac problems

Common:

• Diarrhea
• Mouth sores
• Acne or skin rash
• Nausea and vomiting
• Fatigue
• Loss of appetite
• Abdominal pain
• Nail changes (infection or inflammation)
• Dry skin or itching
• Eye irritation or dryness
• Respiratory infections

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)