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Written By Bayyarapu Mahesh Kumar , M Pharmacy

Lynparza 150Mg Tablet is used to treat various cancers, including ovarian, breast, pancreatic, and prostate. It contains Olaparib, a targeted drug called a PARP inhibitor. PARP is a protein that helps damaged cells repair themselves. Olaparib stops PARP working. Some cancer cells rely on PARP to keep their DNA healthy. So, the cancer cells die when Olaparib stops PARP from repairing DNA damage. Avoid taking this medication if you are pregnant or breastfeeding because this can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this should use birth control to avoid pregnancy.

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Composition :

OLAPARIB-150MG

Manufacturer/Marketer :

Astra Zeneca Pharma India Ltd

Consume Type :

ORAL

Return Policy :

Not Returnable

Expires on or after :

About Lynparza 150Mg Tablet

Lynparza 150Mg Tablet is an 'anti-cancer' drug used to treat various cancers, including ovarian, breast, pancreatic, and prostate. Cancer is a condition where cells in a specific body part grow and reproduce uncontrollably. The cancerous cells can attack and destroy surrounding healthy tissue, including organs.

Lynparza 150Mg Tablet contains Olaparib, a targeted drug called a PARP inhibitor. PARP (polyadenosine 5’-diphosphoribose polymerase) is a protein that helps damaged cells repair themselves. Olaparib stops PARP working. Some cancer cells rely on PARP to keep their DNA healthy. So, the cancer cells die when Olaparib stops PARP from repairing DNA damage.

Use this medicine as directed by your doctor. You may sometimes experience shortness of breath (dyspnoea), feeling very tired, pale skin or fast heartbeat, anaemia, feeling sick (nausea), being sick (vomiting), indigestion or heartburn (dyspepsia), loss of appetite, headache, changes in taste of foods (dysgeusia), feeling dizzy, cough and diarrhoea. Most of these side effects may gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, consult your doctor.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Lynparza 150Mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop using the Lynparza 150Mg Tablet midway. Talk to your doctor before taking Lynparza 150Mg Tablet if you have severe allergic reactions to Lynparza 150Mg Tablet or other medicines or suffer from severe infections, renal dysfunction, hepatic disorders and blood cell counts are too low. Avoid taking Lynparza 150Mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding because this Lynparza 150Mg Tablet can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this Lynparza 150Mg Tablet should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. While on Lynparza 150Mg Tablet treatment, you should avoid eating grapefruit, Seville oranges or consuming grapefruit juice since it can affect how the medicine works.

Uses of Lynparza 150Mg Tablet

Treatment of Ovarian cancer, breast cancer, pancreatic cancer, and prostate cancer

Directions for Use

Swallow it as a whole with water; do not crush or chew it.

Medicinal Benefits

Lynparza 150Mg Tablet belongs to a group of medicines known as 'anti-cancer' drugs used to treat various cancers, including Ovarian, breast, pancreatic, and prostate.  Lynparza 150Mg Tablet contains Olaparib, a targeted drug called a PARP inhibitor. PARP (polyadenosine 5’-diphosphoribose polymerase) is a protein that helps damaged cells repair themselves. Olaparib stops PARP working. Some cancer cells rely on PARP to keep their DNA healthy. So, the cancer cells die when Olaparib stops PARP from repairing DNA damage.

How Lynparza 150Mg Tablet Works

Lynparza 150Mg Tablet contains Olaparib, a targeted drug called a PARP inhibitor. PARP (polyadenosine 5’-diphosphoribose polymerase) is a protein that helps damaged cells repair themselves. Olaparib stops PARP working. Some cancer cells rely on PARP to keep their DNA healthy. So, the cancer cells die when Olaparib stops PARP from repairing DNA damage.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

What if I have taken an overdose of Lynparza 150Mg Tablet

Do not take more than the prescribed dose. Using more medication will not improve your symptoms; instead, they may cause serious side effects or poisoning. If you suspect that you may have overdosed of Lynparza 150Mg Tablet or observe any side effects, please go to the emergency department of the closest hospital or nursing home. No specific side effects have been reported under these circumstances.

Drug Warnings

Always take this medicine exactly as your doctor or healthcare professional has told you. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Lynparza 150Mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop Lynparza 150Mg Tablet midway. Talk to your doctor before taking Lynparza 150Mg Tablet if you have severe allergic reactions to Lynparza 150Mg Tablet or other medicines or suffer from any medical illness. Avoid taking Lynparza 150Mg Tablet if you are pregnant or breastfeeding because this Lynparza 150Mg Tablet can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this Lynparza 150Mg Tablet should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. Do not start Lynparza 150Mg Tablet unless patients have recovered from haematological damage induced by previous chemotherapy (Grade 1). Check full blood count for cytopenia at baseline and monthly afterwards for clinically significant changes during treatment. For persistent haematological toxicity, discontinue Lynparza 150Mg Tablet and monitor blood count weekly until recovery. Do not receive any immunization or vaccination without your doctor's approval while taking the Lynparza 150Mg Tablet.

Drug-Drug Interactions

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OlaparibEtravirine
Severe

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OlaparibEtravirine
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lynparza 150 mg Tablet:
Using Etravirine together with Lynparza 150 mg Tablet can reduce the blood levels of Lynparza 150 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Lynparza 150 mg Tablet and Etravirine together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. Your doctor can recommend other options that won't cause any problems when taken together. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lynparza 150 mg Tablet:
Taking leflunomide with Lynparza 150 mg Tablet may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between leflunomide and Lynparza 150 mg Tablet, they can be taken together if prescribed by a doctor. However, consult a doctor if you experience fatigue, dizziness, lightheadedness, unusual bleeding or bruising, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lynparza 150 mg Tablet:
Using Posaconazole and Lynparza 150 mg Tablet can increase the blood levels of Lynparza 150 mg Tablet. This can increase the risk and/or severity of side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, loss of appetite, abdominal pain or discomfort.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is an interaction between posaconazole and Lynparza 150 mg Tablet, it can be taken if advised by a doctor. However, if you experience fatigue, dizziness, fainting, unusual bruising or bleeding, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting a doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lynparza 150 mg Tablet:
Using Indinavir and Lynparza 150 mg Tablet can increase the blood levels of Lynparza 150 mg Tablet. This can increase the risk and/or severity of side effects such as nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, indigestion, loss of appetite, abdominal pain or discomfort, lung problems, and impaired bone marrow function resulting in low numbers of different types of blood cells.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Indinavir and Lynparza 150 mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like paleness, fatigue, dizziness, fainting, unusual bruising or bleeding, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, contact the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lynparza 150 mg Tablet:
Taking Rifabutin and Lynparza 150 mg Tablet may significantly reduce the blood levels of Lynparza 150 mg Tablet, which may make the medication less effective.

How to manage the interaction:
Although taking Lynparza 150 mg Tablet and Rifabutin together can evidently cause an interaction, it can be taken if your doctor has suggested it. However, if you experience any unusual symptoms contact a doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without consulting a doctor.
OlaparibCertolizumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lynparza 150 mg Tablet:
Using Certolizumab together with Lynparza 150 mg Tablet may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Certolizumab and Lynparza 150 mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, contact the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lynparza 150 mg Tablet:
Taking Ritonavir and Lynparza 150 mg Tablet may significantly increase the blood levels of Lynparza 150 mg Tablet.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Lynparza 150 mg Tablet and Ritonavir, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. However, if you experience tiredness, dizziness, fainting, unusual bruising or bleeding, fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination contact a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without talking to a doctor.
OlaparibGolimumab
Severe
How does the drug interact with Lynparza 150 mg Tablet:
Using Golimumab together with Lynparza 150 mg Tablet may increase the risk of infections.

How to manage the interaction:
Combining Golimumab and Lynparza 150 mg Tablet can lead to an interaction, it can be taken if advised by your doctor. However, if you experience any symptoms like fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, shortness of breath, blood in phlegm, weight loss, red or inflamed skin, body sores, and pain or burning during urination, contact the doctor immediately. Do not discontinue any medications without first consulting your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lynparza 150 mg Tablet:
When Tofacitinib and Lynparza 150 mg Tablet are taken together, the breakdown of Tofacitinib in the body may be reduced.

How to manage the interaction:
Although there is a possible interaction between Lynparza 150 mg Tablet and Tofacitinib, you can take these medicines together if prescribed by your doctor. It's better to be safe and get medical help if you have a fever, chills, diarrhea, sore throat, muscle aches, trouble breathing, weight loss, or pain while urinating. Do not stop using any medications without first talking to your doctor.
How does the drug interact with Lynparza 150 mg Tablet:
Combining Lynparza 150 mg Tablet with Modafinil may significantly reduce the blood levels of Lynparza 150 mg Tablet. This can lead to low treatment outcomes.

How to manage the interaction:
There may be a possibility of interaction between Lynparza 150 mg Tablet and Modafinil, but it can be taken if prescribed by a doctor. Do not stop using any medications without a doctor's advice.

Drug-Food Interactions

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No Drug - Food interactions found in our database. Some may be unknown. Consult your doctor for what to avoid during medication.

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listening to soothing music.
  • Performing yoga may also help in improving both physical and mental health.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
  • Include leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yoghurt, apples, peaches, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, beans, and herbs.
  • Get optimal sleep; rest well.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Avoid fast, fried, processed meats, refined carbs and added sugars.

Habit Forming

No

Therapeutic Class

ANTINEOPLASTIC
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Alcohol

Caution

Avoid alcohol consumption while on treatment with Lynparza 150Mg Tablet.

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Pregnancy

Unsafe

Lynparza 150Mg Tablet should not be used during pregnancy because it can harm your fetus (newborn baby). Both women of childbearing potential and men must use an effective contraception method while taking Lynparza 150Mg Tablet and at least for six months later treatment. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and risks before prescribing this medicine.

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Breast Feeding

Unsafe

Do not breastfeed during this treatment because the medicine may pass into your milk. Doctors normally advise against breastfeeding throughout this treatment and for one month after the final medication is taken.

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Driving

Caution

Lynparza 150Mg Tablet may affect your reactions and your ability to drive. Do not drive and/or operate machines that require your alertness.

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Liver

Caution

In patients with mild or moderate liver impairment, there is no need to alter the initial dose. There is no information available on patients with severe liver impairment.

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Kidney

Caution

In patients with mild or moderate kidney impairment, there is no need to alter the initial dose. There is no information available on patients with severe kidney impairment.

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Children

Caution

The safety and effectiveness of Lynparza 150Mg Tablet in pediatric patients have not been established.

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FAQs

Lynparza 150Mg Tablet is used to treat ovarian, breast, pancreatic, and prostate cancers.

Lynparza 150Mg Tablet contains Olaparib, a targeted drug called a PARP inhibitor. PARP is a protein that helps damaged cells to repair themselves. Olaparib stops PARP working. Some cancer cells rely on PARP to keep their DNA healthy. So, the cancer cells die when Olaparib stops PARP from repairing DNA damage.

If you are allergic to Olaparib or any other ingredients in this medication, are breastfeeding, or have too low blood cell counts, you should not use Lynparza 150Mg Tablet.

Yes, Lynparza 150Mg Tablet can cause low neutrophils levels, a type of white blood cells that help fight infections. If your white blood cells become low, you can be at higher risk for infections. Tell your doctor if you develop a fever or have an infection.

Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without talking to your doctor first. Also, avoid contact with people who recently had immunizations /vaccinations.

Country of origin

India

Manufacturer/Marketer address

Corporate & Registered Office, Block N1, 12th Floor, Manyata Embassy Business Park, Rachenahalli, Outer Ring Road, 560045, Bangalore
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