Erlocip 150 mg (Erlotinib)

What is Erlocip 150 mg?

Erlocip 150 mg Tablet is an anticancer medicine used for the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. It is also used in a combination with gemcitabine to treat pancreatic cancer. This medicine is not recommended for use in patients less than 18 years of age.

Erlocip 150 mg Uses?

• Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

This medicine is used for the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer, a disease characterized by symptoms such as a persistent cough, shortness of breath, weight loss, coughing up blood, etc.

• Pancreatic Cancer

This medicine is used in a combination with gemcitabine for the treatment of pancreatic cancer.

How Does Erlocip 150 mg work?

Erlocip 150 Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply. This helps to stop or slow the spread of cancer cells.

How to take Erlocip 150 mg?

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Erlocip 150 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Erlocip 150 mg Contraindications:

• Allergy

This medicine is not recommended for use in patients with a known allergy to erlotinib or any other inactive ingredients present along with this medicine.

Erlocip 150 mg Dosage:

• Missed Dose

The missed dose should be taken as soon as possible. It is advisable to skip the missed dose if it is already time for your next scheduled dose. Do not use extra medicine to make up for the missed dose.

• Overdose

Seek emergency medical treatment or contact the doctor in case of an overdose.

What are the Side effects Of Erlocip 150 mg?

• Burning or tingling sensation
• Cough
• Diarrhea
• Lower back or side pain
• Rash
• Chills and fever
• Blurred vision
• Convulsions (seizures)
• Chest pain or discomfort
• Acid or sour stomach
• Hair loss
• Loss of appetite