Sorafav 200mg Tablet is a ' tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI)', that stops the uncontrolled growth and spread of cancerous cells. Sorafav 200mg Tablet is effective in treating thyroid, liver and kidney cancer. It acts by stopping the action of the abnormal protein 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 Sorafav 200mg Tablet targets cancerous cells and block the action of Tyrosine kinases enzymes (responsible for causing cancer). In this way, Sorafav 200mg Tablet stops the production, spread and growth of cancerous cells in the body.

FAQs

I am a diabetic person, can i take Sorafav 200mg Tablet?

Sorafav 200mg Tablet is safe to be taken by a diabetic person. However, take Sorafav 200mg Tablet only after asking with a doctor as they may adjust the dosing according to the condition of the patient.

Can a pregnant lady use Sorafav 200mg Tablet?

Sorafav 200mg Tablet is restricted to use in pregnancy. A woman needs to have a negative pregnancy test before starting treatment with this medicine. It is better to use effective birth control methods to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine or for at least 6 months after taking the last dose of Sorafav 200mg Tablet.

When should I stop the treatment with Sorafav 200mg Tablet?

Sorafav 200mg Tablet should be stopped in cases where a person faces a serious side effect that affects the quality of life. Otherwise, you need to keep taking Sorafav 200mg Tablet until your doctor asks you to stop it.

Does liver cancer spreads quickly?

Liver cancer may spread fast depending upon the type of cancer. Hemangiosarcoma and angiosarcoma (the type of liver cancer) spread quickly while hepatocellular carcinoma spreads slowly in the disease.

What should i tell my doctor during consultation?

Before your doctor prescribes you Sorafav 200mg Tablet, tell them if you have heart problems, high blood pressure, bleeding issues, surgery, or an electrolyte imbalance (like abnormal levels of magnesium, calcium, or potassium in the blood).

What are the conditions in which use of Sorafav 200mg Tablet is restricted?

Sorafav 200mg Tablet is restricted to use in persons who are sensitive to any of its constituents or have squamous cell lung cancer or already taking carboplatin and paclitaxel.

I need to go for a dental surgery, should I tell my doctor about Sorafav 200mg Tablet?

If you are going for surgery tell your dentist ahead that you are taking this medicine. You need to stop taking it at least 10 days after having surgery.