Cazanat 20mg Tablet
Price
Original price was: ₹4,593.75.₹2,907.00Current price is: ₹2,907.00.
Cazanat 20mg Tablet by Arogya delivers moderate-dose therapy for chronic disease management, ensuring effective outcomes and patient safety.
Additional information
| Country of Origin | India |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | NATCO PHARMA LTD |
| Pack Size | 30 Tablet(s) In A Bottle |
| Product Name | CAZANAT 20MG TABS |
| SKU | AROG-CZN20 |
| Salt Composition | CABOZANTINIB |
| Storage | Store protected from light at a temperature not exceeding 30°C |
| Strength | 20mg |
Description
Introduction
Cazanat 20mg tablet is an antineoplastic drug with an active ingredient called Cabozantinib. It belongs to the medication class known as tyrosine kinase inhibitors. In adults, it is used to treat advanced kidney cancer and locally advanced or metastatic differentiated thyroid cancer. It is also used in treating liver cancer when Sorafenib (anticancer medicine) is no longer working. Usually, this medicine is given in combination with Nivolumab for advanced kidney cancer. It is not recommended for those younger than 18 years.
Do not consume Cazanat 20mg if you are allergic to Cabozantinib and its other ingredients. Inform your physician if you have liver disease, inflammatory bowel disease, high blood pressure, heart disease, or diarrhea. Notify your doctor about the history of blood clots in the leg or significant bleeding, aneurysm (inflammation of blood vessels), or tears in the blood vessel wall. Inform your physician if you are pregnant or planning to get pregnant. Use effective contraception during and even after the treatment for four months. Discuss more fertility concerns with your doctor.
Before starting with Cazanat 20mg, notify your doctor if you have a thyroid problem; thyroid functions must be monitored before starting the medicine. Do not forget to inform your physician if you recently had any surgery, including dental surgery, within the last month. Avoid taking grapefruit or grapefruit juice during the treatment as they may increase the level of medicine in the blood. This medicine contains lactose; if you are intolerant to any sugar, inform your doctor before taking the medicine.
Uses
- Advanced renal cell carcinoma
- Liver Cancer
- Differentiated thyroid cancer
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.
Serious:
- Gastrointestinal perforation
- Severe or uncontrollable bleeding
- Shortness of breath
- Nonhealing wound
- Pain in the mouth, jaw/teeth, hand, feet
- Loss of consciousness
- Drowsy
- Swelling or sores in the mouth
- Blood vomiting
- Black stools
- Blood in urine
- Headache
- Coughing blood
Common:
- Dehydration
- Difficulty swallowing
- Ringing in the ears
- Blood clots in the veins
- Fluctuation in the blood sugar levels
- The lower level of albumin
- Electrolyte imbalance
- Increased levels of liver enzymes
- Elevated cholesterol levels in the blood
- Hair loss
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q1. Can Cazanat 20mg cause a lower level of albumin?
One of the common side effects of Cazanat 20mg is the lower level of albumin. If you experience any side, contact your physician immediately.
Q2. Why is it recommended to use effective contraception during the treatment of Cazanat 20mg?
To avoid unwanted pregnancy, it is advised to use effective contraception. Oral contraception may be ineffective, so it is better to discuss effective contraception with your doctor.
Q3. Why is liver enzyme getting elevated during treatment with Cazanat 20mg?
The reason for this elevation is not completely understood, but it is thought to be related to the drug’s effects on certain enzymes involved in liver function. The elevation in liver enzymes is generally mild and temporary and typically resolves on its own or with dose adjustment of the Cazanat 20mg tablet.
Q4. What are the ways to manage diarrhea while taking Cazanat 20mg?
If you experience diarrhea while taking Cazanat 20mg, staying hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids is important. Your doctor may also recommend over-the-counter or prescription medications to help manage your diarrhea. If your diarrhea is severe or persistent, you should contact your doctor.
Q5. Is Cazanat 20mg a chemotherapy drug?
Yes, Cazanat 20mg is a chemotherapy medication that belongs to the group of Tyrosine kinase inhibitors.
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