Introduction

Lynparza 150mg Tablet is an anticancer drug belonging to the category of poly adenosine diphosphate-ribose polymerase (PARP) inhibitor, containing the active ingredient Olaparib. It is used to treat pancreatic, and prostate cancer. Cancer is a disease in which cells multiply uncontrollably and abnormally. This medication can be given alone or in combination with other anticancer medications.

Speak with your doctor immediately if you experience breathlessness, chest pain, rapid heart rate, fever, cough, or wheezing. Your healthcare provider will conduct blood tests before and every month during the treatment, as this medicine could reduce the counts of RBC, WBC, and platelets. Tell your healthcare provider before starting treatment, if you have been diagnosed with problems in your lungs, liver, heart, or kidneys.

Lynparza tablet is not recommended during pregnancy as it might harm the unborn baby and lead to miscarriage. Hence, it is advisable to do a pregnancy test before starting this treatment for women of childbearing age. Ideally, it is better to continue birth control methods for a minimum of 6 months after completion of the treatment. Avoid breastfeeding your baby while you are on the treatment, as it is unknown whether Lynparza 150mg Tablet passes into the breast milk.

Uses

Lynparza 150mg uses are to treat:

• Prostate cancer
• Pancreatic cancer

Side Effects

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Lynparza 150mg side effects are:

Common:

• diarrhea
• nausea
• vomiting
• loss of appetite
• weakness
• red or sore mouth
• increased liver enzymes
• itchy or cracked skin
• dry mouth
• red or itchy eyes
• nail problems
• hair loss
• fever
• blood in the urine and a burning sensation while urinating

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)