Erlocip 150 Tablet 30

Erlocip 150 Tablet 30 is used for the following:

• Managing advanced nonsmall cell lung cancer: This medicine helps to manage a specific type of lung cancer that has spread locally or to other parts of the body.

• First line therapy for metastatic nonsmall cell lung cancer: It is used as an initial treatment for this condition, especially when the tumours have certain mutations in the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR).

• Managing pancreatic cancer that has spread: This medicine is used in combination with another medication called gemcitabine to manage pancreatic cancer that can't be removed by surgery or has spread to other parts of the body.

Here's how you should take Erlocip 150 Tablet 30:

• Swallow the tablet whole with a glass of water. Do not chew or crush it.

• Administer this medicine on an empty stomach, at least one hour before or two hours after your meals.

• Do not take more than recommended by your doctor without consulting them first.

• If you need to stop taking this medicine, do so only after discussing with your doctor.

Erlocip 150 Tablet 30 is taken orally.

Erlocip 150 Tablet 30 contains erlotinib (150 mg). This component works in two key ways:

• Inhibits epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) tyrosine kinase: Erlotinib functions by blocking a protein called EGFR tyrosine kinase found on the surface of cancer cells. This protein plays a significant role in the growth and spread of these cells.

• Slows cancer progression: By inhibiting EGFR, erlotinib effectively slows down or halts the progression of cancer, thereby managing the condition.

• Store Erlocip 150 Tablet 30 at a room temperature of 15 to 30 °C.

• Keep the container tightly sealed to protect the medicine from light and moisture.

• Always store this medicine in a secure place, out of the reach of children.

• Check the expiration date on the packaging and ensure you use the medicine before it expires.

• If you're undergoing treatment for nonsmall cell lung cancer or pancreatic cancer with Erlocip 150 Tablet 30, avoid smoking. Smoking can reduce the effectiveness of this medicine in managing your condition.

• Also, try to avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice. These can increase your risk of side effects from Erlocip 150 Tablet 30.