Cabozantinib Medication Information
Discover comprehensive details about Cabozantinib, including its pronunciation, uses, dosage instructions, indications, and guidelines on how and when to take it or avoid it.
The updated prescription information covers potential side effects, precautions, warnings, and storage recommendations.
Additionally, explore the Cabozantinib brands available in India and internationally, along with pricing information. For personalized advice, consult your healthcare provider.
Generic Name : CabozantinibBrand Names or Trade Names of Cabozantinib
International :
Cometriq
Why is Cabozantinib Prescribed? (Indications)
This medication is an anti-neoplstic agent (kinase inhibitor), prescribed for medullary thyroid cancer. It stops the growth of cancer cells by blocking Tyrosine kinases.When should Cabozantinib not be taken? (Contraindications)
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The recommended dose is 140 mg orally, once daily.How should Cabozantinib be taken?
It comes as a capsule to take by mouth, on an empty stomach.What are the warnings and precautions for Cabozantinib?
• Caution should be exercised in patients with history of high blood pressure, coughing up blood or bleeding, open wound, liver problems, any allergy, who are taking other medications, during pregnancy and breastfeeding.• Patient may develop severe bleeding episodes (serious effects) that can lead to death. If it is so consult with your healthcare provider.
• Stop this medication immediately if you have experienced any one of the following: fistula formation, severe hemorrhage, heart attack, stroke, nephrotic syndrome, osteonecrosis of the jaw and leukoencephalopathy syndrome.
What are the side effects of Cabozantinib?
Most Common - Diarrhea, mouth ulcer, palmar-plantar erythrodysesthesia syndrome (PPES), decreased weight, decreased appetite, nausea, fatigue, mouth pain, hair color changes, taste disorder, high blood pressure, abdominal pain, and constipation.Serious Effects - Coughing up blood or blood clots, blood vomiting, black stools, unusual bleeding.