ERLEVA 100MG TABLET is prescribed to the patients dealing with nonsmall cell lung cancer and pancreatic cancer. Cancer of this type tends to spread quickly in other parts of the body. ERLEVA 100MG TABLET travel through the bloodstream and effectively destroy cancerous cells of the lung, pancreas, and other body parts. ERLEVA 100MG TABLET contains Erlotinib is a 'tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI)' that stops the uncontrolled growth and spread of cancerous cells. It acts by blocking the abnormal protein's action that is responsible for the multiplication of cancerous cells. Whenever a new healthy cell is formed, it undergoes a usual process of maturity. Cancerous cells form new cells more quickly, so ERLEVA 100MG TABLET targets cancerous cells and block the action of Tyrosine kinases enzymes (responsible for causing cancer). It also decreases the blood supply to cancer tumors to slow down the growth of the tumor. In this way, ERLEVA 100MG TABLET stops the production, spread, and growth of cancerous cells in the body.

FAQs

How does ERLEVA 100MG TABLET work?

ERLEVA 100MG TABLET contains Erlotinib, an anti-cancer medication that works by preventing the activity of a protein called epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) and hence induces cell death (apoptosis). As a result, the growth and spread of cancer cells in stopped or slowed down.

What are the first sign of lung cacner?

The most common sign of lung cancer is a cough that lasts long and gets worse with time. Sometimes, a patient may notice blood in the cough. Chest pain is also a sign of lung cancer followed by coughing.

I am a diabetic person, can I take ERLEVA 100MG TABLET?

ERLEVA 100MG TABLET is safe to be taken by a diabetic person. However, take ERLEVA 100MG TABLET only after asking with a doctor as they may adjust the dosing according to the patient's condition.

I am 65 years, is it safe to take ERLEVA 100MG TABLET?

In elderly patients, the risk of side effects is more if you are taking ERLEVA 100MG TABLET. For the patients who are elderly, dose adjustment might be required or your doctor might prescribe any other medication safe for the elderly.

Does using ERLEVA 100MG TABLET make me susceptible to infections?

ERLEVA 100MG TABLET can make you more likely to get infections or may worsen any current infections. Avoid contact with people who have infections that may spread to others (such as chickenpox, measles, flu). Consult your doctor if you have been exposed to an infection or for more details.

Can ERLEVA 100MG TABLET be used along with antacids?

No, It is advised to maintain a gap between both the medicines, as use of antacids along with ERLEVA 100MG TABLET may affect the way the ERLEVA 100MG TABLET works. Consult your doctor for further information.

Can ERLEVA 100MG TABLET be used with anticoagulants (warfarin)?

ERLEVA 100MG TABLET should be used with caution in patients using anticoagulants. ERLEVA 100MG TABLET may increase your tendency to bleed. Talk to your doctor, he will need to regularly monitor you with some blood tests.