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Composition :

EVEROLIMUS-0.5MG

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Biocon Ltd

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About Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet

Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicine called ‘anti-cancer’. It is primarily used to treat breast cancer, pancreatic cancer, lung cancer and kidney cancer. Breast cancer is a type of cancer that develops in breast cells stimulated by the female sex hormone known as estrogen. Pancreatic cancer is described as a cancerous growth in the pancreas which normally begins in the cells that generate the juices that help break down food and the hormones which help in controlling blood sugar levels. Lung cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in one or both lungs. 

Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet contains 'Everolimus' which belongs to the group of medicines known as 'kinase inhibitors'. It works by decreases the activity of the immune system of the body and prevents rejection of the transplanted organ. It works by stopping the action of an abnormal protein that causes the multiplication of cancerous cells. In this way, it stops the spread of cancerous cells.

Take Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience weakness, infection, sinus inflammation, cough, diarrhea, fever, fatigue, otitis media (infection of the ear), stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth) and upper respiratory tract infection. Most of these side effects of Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed. If you are known to be allergic to Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Do not take Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet may harm the unborn baby. Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet should not be taken by breastfeeding mothers as it may cause harm to the newborn baby. Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet causes tiredness, thus, it is advisable not to drive unless you are alert. Elderly people are more sensitive to medicine so they may adjust the dosage according to their condition.

Uses of Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet

Breast cancer, pancreatic cancer, lung cancer and kidney cancer.

Directions for Use

Take Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet with or without food as advised by the doctor. Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush, break or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet is indicated to the patients dealing with breast cancer, pancreatic cancer, lung cancer, kidney cancer and stomach/ intestinal cancer. Cancer of this type tends to spread quickly in other parts of the body. Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet travels through the bloodstream and effectively destroys cancerous cells and other parts of the body. It works by decreases the activity of the immune system of the body and prevents rejection of the transplanted organ. It works by stopping the action of an abnormal protein that causes the multiplication of cancerous cells. In this way, it stops the spread of cancerous cells. Besides this, it is also effective in people with genetic disorders to treat some types of tumors in the brain or kidney.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet

  • Tiredness
  • Breathlessness
  • Dizziness
  • Headache
  • Loss of appetite
  • Infection
  • Mouth ulcers 
  • Sinus inflammation
  • Cough
  • Diarrhea
  • Fever
  • High level of sugar in the blood (hyperglycemia)
  • Signs of low level of red blood cells (anemia) 
  • Otitis media (infection of the ear)
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
  • Upper respiratory tract infection.
  • Swelling of arms, hands, feet, and ankles

Drug Warnings

If you are known to be allergic to Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet should not be taken in the conditions like liver disease, diabetes and high level of cholesterol. Do not take Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet if you have recent surgery, infection and hepatitis B. Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet may weaken your immune system, inform your doctor before taking Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet . Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet may also impair your kidney function. Therefore, monitor your kidney function regularly while taking Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet . Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet may cause cough, fever and shortness of breathing, thereby inform your doctor while taking your Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet . Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet may cause skin cancer, if you observe night sweating, weight loss, or change in color and size of the mole inform your doctor. Do not take Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet may harm the unborn baby. Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet should not be taken by breastfeeding mothers as it may cause harm to the newborn baby. Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet causes tiredness, thus, it is advisable not to drive unless you are alert. Elderly people are more sensitive to medicine so they may adjust the dosage according to their condition.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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EverolimusKetoprofen
Severe
EverolimusZafirlukast
Severe

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EverolimusKetoprofen
Severe
How does the drug interact with Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet:
Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet can cause kidney issues, and taking it with ketoprofen, can enhance the risk.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet and Ketoprofen, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, or an irregular heart rhythm, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
EverolimusZafirlukast
Severe
How does the drug interact with Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet:
When Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet is taken with Zafirlukast, the amount of Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet in the blood can go up.

How to manage the interaction:
Co-administration of Zafirlukast with Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
EverolimusStreptomycin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Streptomycin and Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet can increase the risk or severity of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Streptomycin and Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, or an irregular heart rhythm, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
EverolimusPiroxicam
Severe
How does the drug interact with Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet and Piroxicam together can increase the risk of kidney problems.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet and Piroxicam together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, a decrease in hunger, increased or decreased urine, weight gain or loss that occurs suddenly, fluid retention, swelling, difficulty breathing, bone pain, muscle pain, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, confusion, and irregular heartbeat, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
EverolimusPhenytoin
Severe
How does the drug interact with Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Phenytoin and Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet may decrease the blood levels of Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet, which may make Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Phenytoin and Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. Without consulting a doctor, never stop taking any drugs.
EverolimusPentamidine isethionate
Severe
How does the drug interact with Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet:
Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet can cause kidney issues and taking it with pentamidine isethionate, can enhance the risk.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet and Pentamidine isethionate, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, increased or decreased urination, sudden weight gain or loss, fluid retention, swelling, shortness of breath, muscle cramps, tiredness, weakness, dizziness, confusion, or an irregular heart rhythm, consult a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
EverolimusKetoconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet:
Coadministration of Ketoconazole and Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet may increase the blood levels of Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet. which may develop serious side effects (pneumonitis - inflammation of the lungs, infection, mouth ulcers, anemia, or bleeding).

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Ketoconazole and Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet together can result in an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has prescribed it. Consult a doctor if you experience pneumonitis (inflammation of the lungs), infection, mouth ulcers (painful sores that can appear anywhere in the mouth), anemia (low number of red blood cells), or bleeding. Do not discontinue any medication without consulting a doctor.
EverolimusAmprenavir
Severe
How does the drug interact with Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet with Amprenavir can considerably raise blood levels of Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet, increasing the risk of serious side effects (pneumonitis - lung inflammation, infection, mouth ulcers, anemia, or bleeding).

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet with Amprenavir together can result in an interaction, but it can be taken if a doctor has advised it. Do not discontinue any medications without a doctor's advice.
EverolimusIsavuconazole
Severe
How does the drug interact with Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet:
Taking Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet and Isavuconazole may increase the blood levels of Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet, which may result in side effects including pneumonitis (inflammation of the lungs), infection, mouth ulcers, anemia, or bleeding.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Isavuconazole and Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet together can cause an interaction, it can be taken if a doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms, consult the doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.
EverolimusCeritinib
Severe
How does the drug interact with Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet:
Co-administration of Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet with ceritinib can raise the blood levels of Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between Ceritinib and Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms like persistent cough, fever, chills, mouth ulcers, paleness, mouth sores, bruising, blood in stools, urine and vomitus, contact a doctor immediately. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.

Drug-Food Interactions

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EVEROLIMUS-0.5MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Moderate

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EVEROLIMUS-0.5MGGrapefruit and Grapefruit Juice
Moderate
Common Foods to Avoid:
Grapefruit Juice

How to manage the interaction:
Taking Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet with grapefruit juice can raise blood levels and enhance the effects of Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet. Since the co-administration of Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet along with grapefruit juice can lead to an interaction, You should not consume grapefruit juice or eat grapefruits while taking Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet.

Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Include leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yogurt, apples, peaches, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, beans, herbs and spices in your diet.
  • Avoid fast food, fried food, processed meats, refined carbs and added sugar.
  • Get optimal sleep, rest well.
  • Performing yoga and other relaxation techniques may also improve physical and mental health and may reduce your stress levels.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTINEOPLASTIC

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Drug-Diseases Interactions

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FAQs

Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet is an anticancer medicine. It belongs to a group of medicines known as a kinase inhibitor. It works by lowering the blood supply to the tumor, which reduces the growth and spread of cancer cells.

There is no specific duration of treatment with Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet . Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet is continued till benefit is seen or undesirable toxicity or side effects occur.

You should prevent grapefruit or grapefruit juice while taking Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet . This is because taking them together may rise the levels of Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet in your blood to toxic levels. Avoid the use of live vaccinations and any probable contact with people who have received live vaccinations.

Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet can lead to serious side effects that consist of severe allergic reactions, angioedema (painless swelling under the skin) and kidney failure which can be dangerous and can lead to death. It is possible that you may develop an infection or problems associated to lungs like breathing problems.

It usually takes three to six months for most types of lung cancer to double their size. It will take a long time for lung cancer to reach a size that could be diagnosed in X-Ray.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • KETOCONAZOLE
  • ITRACONAZOLE
  • VORICONAZOLE
  • CLARITHROMYCIN
  • TELITHROMYCIN
  • ERYTHROMYCIN
  • RITONAVIR
  • EFAVIRENZ
  • RAMIPRIL
  • VERAPAMIL
  • DILTIAZEM
  • DRONEDARONE
  • IMATINIB
  • PHENYTOIN
  • CARBAMAZEPINE
  • PHENOBARBITAL
  • FLUCONAZOLE

Special Advise

  • Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet should be taken under strict medical supervision. The doctor will regularly monitor your condition while taking Advacan 0.5 mg Tablet .
  • Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without a doctor's advice.
  • Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines.

Disease/Condition Glossary

Breast cancer: It is a type of cancer that develops in breast cells that are stimulated by a female sex hormone called estrogen. Breast cancer may form in lobules (glands that produce milk), ducts of the breast (the pathway that brings milk from glands to the nipple), in the fatty tissue or the fibrous connective tissue within the breast. The tumor cells invade other healthy breast cells and can travel to lymph nodes which are a primary pathway for the cancer cells to move to other parts of the body. 

Lung cancer: It happens when cells in the lung begin to grow in an uncontrolled manner. The most common form of lung cancer is non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It happens when cells that form the lining of the lung start growing uncontrollably. Persons who smoke are at high risk of lung cancer. A common symptom of lung cancer is a cough that does not go easily followed by shortness of breath. Cancerous cells of the lung spread off and travel through the bloodstream to distant regions of the body and grow.

Pancreatic cancer: It is described as a cancerous growth in the pancreas which normally begins in the cells that generate the juices. Juices are produced by the pancreas ( a gland present behind your stomach) help in the breakdown of food and hormones which help in controlling blood sugar levels.

Kidney cancer: Kidneys are the organs on either side of your backbone directly above your waist. The tubes present inside clean and filter your blood, taking out waste foods and making urine. Kidney cancer produces in the lining of tiny tubes inside your kidneys.

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