Tafinlar (Dabrafenib)
Brand: Tafinlar
Active Ingredient(s): Dabrafenib
Strength: 75 mg
Pack Size: 120 Capsules
Store at room temperature.
DIN: 02409615
Manufacturer: Novartis Pharma Canada Inc. (Canada)
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$6,144.50
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Description
Tafinlar (Dabrafenib) is an anticancer agent. It is typically used alone or in combination with other medications to treat melanoma (skin cancer) that cannot be treated with surgery or has spread to other parts of the body. It may also have other uses.
Additional information
Tafinlar (Dabrafenib) is typically used two times daily. However, your doctor or pharmacist may have suggested a different schedule that is more appropriate for you. Important: Follow the instructions on the label. Do not use more of this product, or more often than prescribed. If you miss a dose, contact your pharmacist. Take this drug at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal, doses should be ~12 hours apart. WARNING: Using TAFINLAR with MEKINIST (anticancer) may increase your risk of developing a certain type of skin cancer. Tell your doctor if you notice any new skin symptoms. TAFINLAR, when taken with MEKINIST, can cause serious bleeding problems, including in your brain, stomach, or bowel, and can lead to death. Call your doctor and get medical help right away if you have any unusual signs of bleeding including: headaches, dizziness, or feeling weak, coughing up blood or blood clots, vomiting blood or your vomit looks like “coffee grounds". In addition to its desired action, Tafinlar (Dabrafenib) may cause some side effects, notably: It may cause alopecia (hair loss), dry skin, skin rash, constipation, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea It may cause hyperglycemia (high blood sugar), headache, back pain, cough, joint pain, muscle pain. It may cause fever, low levels of sodium in the blood, dizziness. Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to dabrafenib or any component of the formulation. Taking Tafinlar (Dabrafenib) during pregnancy may be harmful for the baby. Women of childbearing potential should use an effective contraceptive method. Pregnant women should not use this product. If you're planning a pregnancy or become pregnant or breastfeeding, contact your family doctor. A treatment with Tafinlar (Dabrafenib) requires regular monitoring by a doctor. Be sure to see your doctor for all regularly scheduled appointments.Tafinlar (Dabrafenib)
Warning
Each person may react differently to a treatment. If you think this medication may be causing side effects (including those described here, or others), talk to your doctor or pharmacist. He or she can help you to determine whether or not the medication is the source of the problem.
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