Nelova 150 mg Capsule 28's contains Nilotinib, an anticancer drug used to treat Philadelphia chromosome-positive chronic myeloid leukemia (Ph+ CML). In chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) patients, a change in genetic material (DNA) triggers a signal that tells the body to produce more abnormal white blood cells (cancerous cells). Nilotinib works by blocking this signal and thus stops the production of cancerous cells. Nelova 150 mg Capsule 28's is used in adults and children with newly diagnosed Ph+ CML in the chronic phase and in adults with Ph+ CML in the accelerated and chronic phase who did not tolerate or no longer benefit from other treatments, including Imatinib.

FAQs

How does Nelova 150 mg Capsule 28's work?

Nelova 150 mg Capsule 28's contains Nilotinib, an anticancer drug. In chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) patients, a change in genetic material (DNA) triggers a signal that tells the body to produce more abnormal white blood cells (cancerous cells). Nilotinib works by blocking this signal and thus stops the production of cancerous cells.

Can I take antacids with Nelova 150 mg Capsule 28's?

You are not recommended to take antacids and Nelova 150 mg Capsule 28's at the same time. You are advised to take antacids containing magnesium hydroxide, aluminium hydroxide, and simethicone about two hours before or two hours after taking Nelova 150 mg Capsule 28's. However, please consult a doctor before taking other medicines with Nelova 150 mg Capsule 28's.

What foods are to be avoided while taking Nelova 150 mg Capsule 28's?

You are recommended to avoid grapefruit juice, grapefruit and any supplement containing grapefruit extract while taking Nelova 150 mg Capsule 28's as it may increase the amount of Nilotinib in the body and cause serious side effects.