Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's

Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's belongs to the group of medicines called anti-cancer medicines. It is used to treat lung cancer called non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) in adults. Non-small cell lung cancer is a condition in which malignant (cancer) cells develop in the lung tissues. Non-small cell lung cancer is classified into numerous categories. The most important risk factor for non-small cell lung cancer is smoking.

Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's contains the active substance Crizotinib, a medicine used to treat adults with lung cancer called non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). It works by inhibiting a type of enzyme called tyrosine kinase and slowing down or stopping cancer cell growth. Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's is only given to patients whose disease is due to an alteration in the gene for ALK tyrosine kinase.

Always use this medicine exactly as your doctor has told you. You must keep to your doctor's instructions to get the maximum benefit. Sometimes, you may experience specific common side effects, such as visual disturbances or stomach upset, including vomiting, diarrhoea, nausea, tiredness, and dizziness. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.

Do not take Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's if you are allergic to Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's or any of its ingredients. Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's may cause tiredness and dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol with Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's as it could lead to increased dizziness. Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Inform your healthcare professional if you are a pregnant or breastfeeding woman so that your doctor decides whether Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's can be taken or not. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects. While on Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's treatment, you should avoid eating grapefruit or consuming grapefruit juice since they may alter the amount of Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's in your body.

Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). The detailed uses of Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's are as follows:

• Treats Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer (NSCLC): Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's is used in adults to treat NSCLC that is locally advanced or metastatic (spread to other body parts). It slows down or stops cancer cell growth by inhibiting a type of enzyme called tyrosine kinase.
• Effective in Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (ALCL): Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's may be prescribed for children and adolescents to treat anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK)-positive tumors when previous treatments have failed to control the disease.

• Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's can be taken with or without food as advised by your doctor.
• Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's is usually taken twice a day, or as prescribed by your doctor.
• Swallow Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's as a whole with a glass of water.
• Do not crush, chew, split, or open it.

Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's contains the active substance Crizotinib, a medicine used to treat adults with non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC). Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's is only given to patients whose disease is due to an alteration in the gene for ALK tyrosine kinase. It works by inhibiting a type of enzyme called tyrosine kinase and slowing down or stopping cancer cell growth.

Do not take Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's if you are allergic to Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's or any of its ingredients. Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's may cause tiredness and dizziness, so drive with caution. Avoid consuming alcohol along with Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's as it could lead to increased dizziness. Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's is not recommended for children as safety and effectiveness have not been established. Consult your doctor if you are a pregnant or breastfeeding woman; your doctor will decide whether the Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's can be taken or not. Keep your doctor informed about your health condition and medicines to rule out any side effects. It is essential to take Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's every day, as long as your doctor prescribes it. Contact your doctor immediately if you cannot take medicine as your doctor prescribed or feel you do not need it anymore. Do not stop taking this medicine on your own. People with liver, kidney or heart disorders, lung inflammation, stomach or intestine problems, and vision disorders should consult the doctor before taking the Crikzo 250 mg Capsule 30's.