Kinagif 250 Tablet is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer. It is used in patients in which it has spread to other parts of the body, who have abnormal epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR) genes, and who have not had previous treatment for cancer.

Kinagif 250 Tablet is used to treat different types of cancer

Uses of Kinagif Tablet

Non-small cell lung cancer

Benefits of Kinagif Tablet

In Non-small cell lung cancer

Non-small cell lung cancer is one of the major kinds of lung cancer and it affects both smokers as well as non-smokers. Kinagif 250 Tablet helps treat non-small cell lung cancer and may be given alone or in combination with other medicines. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Side effects of Kinagif Tablet

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Kinagif

Diarrhea
Dry skin
Loss of appetite
Nausea
Rash
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Vomiting
Weakness
Weight loss

How to use Kinagif Tablet

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. Kinagif 250 Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Safety advice

Alcohol

UNSAFE

It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Kinagif 250 Tablet.

Pregnancy

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Kinagif 250 Tablet is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

Breast feeding

CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Kinagif 250 Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.

Driving

UNSAFE

Kinagif 250 Tablet may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
Kinagif 250 Tablet may make you feel weak. This may affect your driving ability.

Kidney

CAUTION

Kinagif 250 Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Kinagif 250 Tablet may be needed. Please consult your doctor.

Liver

SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Kinagif 250 Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Kinagif 250 Tablet may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.

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Quick tips

Kinagif 250 Tablet helps treat non-small cell lung cancer that is locally advanced, or has spread to other areas of the body.
Take it with or without food, preferably at the same time each day.
Do not take antacids (to reduce the acid level of your stomach) 2 hours before or 1 hour after taking this medicine.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine and for a month after you stop taking it.
Inform your doctor if you develop ulceration in your mouth, changes in your vision or if you experience a worsening cough, shortness of breath, or breathing difficulties while taking this medicine.
Your doctor may want you to have regular blood tests to monitor your liver function while you are having treatment with this medicine.

Fact Box

Chemical Class

Quinazolinamines

Habit Forming

Therapeutic Class

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Action Class

Tyrosine kinase inhibitors

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Kinagif 250 Tablet

Product introduction

Uses of Kinagif Tablet

Benefits of Kinagif Tablet

In Non-small cell lung cancer

Side effects of Kinagif Tablet

Common side effects of Kinagif

How to use Kinagif Tablet

Safety advice

All substitutes

Quick tips

Fact Box

Patient concerns

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