Jakavi 20mg Tablet

Short Description

Jakavi 20mg Tablet is used in the treatment of chronic idiopathic myelofibrosis and Polycythemia vera.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Jakavi 20mg Tablet can be taken with or without food, but try to have it at the same time every day to get the most benefits. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. Headache, dizziness, and low platelet count are some common side effects of this medicine. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood) in your blood, thereby increasing the susceptibility to infections. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver, kidney, and lipid levels. Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have liver or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.

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. Jakavi 20mg Tablet may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Jakavi 20mg 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.

Take it with or without food, preferably at the same time each day. It may cause dizziness and headaches. Do not drive or do anything that requires mental focus until you know how it affects you. Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine. Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your blood cells, liver and kidney function, and lipid levels during treatment with this medicine. Inform your doctor immediately if you notice any signs of infection such as fever, sore throat, or rash. Do not stop taking Jakavi 20mg Tablet without talking to your doctor first.