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Sorafenat Tablet Substitute

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Composition:

SORAFENIB-200MG

Uses:

Treatment of Cancer (kidney, liver, and thyroid)

Medicinal Benefits:

Sorafenat Tablet is a ' tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI)', that stops the uncontrolled growth and spread of cancerous cells. Sorafenat 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 Sorafenat Tablet targets cancerous cells and block the action of Tyrosine kinases enzymes (responsible for causing cancer). In this way, Sorafenat Tablet stops the production, spread and growth of cancerous cells in the body.

FAQs

Sorafenat Tablet is used in the treatment of kidney, liver, and thyroid cancer.

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

Sorafenat 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 Sorafenat Tablet .

Sorafenat 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 Sorafenat Tablet until your doctor asks you to stop it.

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.

Before your doctor prescribes you Sorafenat 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).

Sorafenat 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.

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.

Sorafenat Tablet should be taken as advised by the doctor. It is usually taken without food at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after food. Swallow it as a whole with water. Do not crush, break or chew it.

You are advised to take Sorafenat Tablet for as long as it is prescribed by your doctor based on your medical condition. Do not stop taking Sorafenat Tablet even if you feel better till the treatment is completed as the symptoms may reoccur.

No, taking treatment along with Sorafenat Tablet is not recommended. It is used alone rather than in combination with other treatments to avoid the unwanted side-effects. However, consult the doctor before the treatment.

You will know if Sorafenat Tablet is working if you notice the changes in the symptoms, decrease in the tumour size, or if the blood test shows positive changes. Your doctor will regularly check to know the condition.

The severe side-effects associated with Sorafenat Tablet include heart attack, heart failure, increased risk of bleeding, liver problem, allergic reactions, gastro-intestinal perforations (a tear in wall of stomach or intestine).

Yes, Sorafenat Tablet may decrease the blood sugar levels, which may sometimes lead to fainting. Diabetic patients should check their blood sugar regularly. Consult the doctor if this condition worsens.

No, this isn’t dangerous.Hand-foot reactions (refers to palms and soles) are the most common adverse reactions of Sorafenat Tablet . You should consult the doctor if this condition persists for longer durations or worsens.