Introduction

Herduo 250mg Tablet contains the active ingredient lapatinib. It is indicated to treat advanced breast cancer and it may be used alone or in combination with other medications. It is effective against cells sensitive to hormones and rapidly multiplying cancer cells that produce most of the protein called human epidermal growth receptor -2.

The common side effects that are likely to occur while you are on the treatment with Herduo 250mg Tablet are nausea, vomiting, tiredness, weakness, itching, dry skin, loss of appetite, indigestion, constipation, mouth ulcers, stomach pain, difficulty in sleeping, joint or back pain, cough, breathing problems, headache, etc. If you experience severe allergic reactions, skin rashes, heart, liver, and lung problems, report your physician immediately.

Inform your healthcare provider at the first sign of diarrhea or dehydration. Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking Herduo 250mg Tablet. If you have diarrhea while taking this medication, drink plenty of fluids, eat low-fat, high-protein foods, and avoid milk and its products and herbal supplements.

Uses

Her Tinib 250mg Tablet is used to treat:

• Advanced or HER2 Positive metastatic breast cancer

Side Effects

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medications cause side effects, not everyone gets them.

Serious:

• Diarrhea
• Severe allergic reactions
• Skin rash
• Heart problems

Common:

• Loss of appetite
• Nausea, vomiting
• Tiredness, weakness
• Indigestion
• Constipation
• Sore mouth or mouth ulcers
• Stomach pain
• Trouble sleeping
• Back pain
• Pain in the hands and feet
• Cough, breathlessness
• Headache
• Nose bleed
• Hot flush
• Unusual hair loss
• Dry skin and itching

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)