Pazoci 200 Tablet

Short Description

Pazoci 200 Tablet is a protein kinase inhibitor used in the treatment of kidney cancer and soft tissue sarcoma.

Dosage Form

Tablet

Introduction

Pazoci 200 Tablet should be taken in a dose as recommended by the doctor. You should continue to take it as long as your doctor advises for it. The duration of treatment varies according to your need and response to treatment. Doctor may advice for regular monitoring of your blood pressure as Pazoci 200 Tablet can cause high blood pressure. Women who are undergoing treatment should use effective contraception method. It is important to avoid pregnancy during the treatment and for one month after completing the course of medicine. Diarrhea may occur as its side effect so drink plenty of fluids. But you must inform doctor if it does not stop. Weight loss may occur but you may consult dietitian or increase food portion to overcome this side effect. It may also cause change in color of hair and abnormal skin pigmentation. However, if it bothers you than it is better to consult with doctor.

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. Pazoci 200 Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.

Side Effects

No common side effects listed.

Alcohol Warning

It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pazoci 200 Tablet. Please consult your doctor.

Breastfeeding Warning

Pazoci 200 Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

Pregnancy Warning

Pazoci 200 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.

Pazoci 200 Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. It works by binding and inhibiting the enzyme receptors (tyrosine kinase) that are responsible for the proliferation of the cancerous cells. It also restricts the growth of new blood vessels within the tumor. This is how it works against cancer.