Ibrutinib 140 mg capsule - Leukemia Cancer Treatment

This medication is used to treat certain cancers (such as mantle cell or marginal zone lymphoma, chronic lymphocytic leukemia/small lymphocytic lymphoma, Waldenstrom's macroglobulinemia). Imbruvica ibrutinib 140 mg belongs to a class of drugs known as kinase inhibitors. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.

Ibrutinib is also used to treat a certain problem that may occur after a stem cell transplant (chronic graft versus host disease). It works by weakening your body's defense system (immune system).

How to use Ibrutinib Capsule

Read the Patient Information Leaflet if available from your pharmacist before you start taking ibrutinib and each time you get a refill.If you have any questions, ask your doctor or pharmacist.At  current prices, Ibrutinib price in usa is not a cost-effective initial CLL therapy in older patients without 17p deletion. The cost of ibrutinib would need to be <$ 6800 per month to be cost-effective

Take this medication by mouth with a full glass of water (8 ounces or 240 milliliters) as directed by your doctor, usually once daily. Swallow the capsules and tablets whole. Do not open, break, or chew the capsules. Do not cut, crush, or chew the tablets. Drink plenty of fluids while taking ibrutinib unless otherwise directed by your doctor.

The dosage is based on your medical condition, response to treatment, and other medications you may be taking. Be sure to tell your doctor and pharmacist about all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products).

Do not increase your dose or take this medication more often than prescribed. Your condition will not improve any faster, and your risk of serious side effects will increase.

Avoid eating grapefruit or drinking grapefruit juice while using this medication unless your doctor or pharmacist says you may do so safely. Also, avoid eating Seville oranges (often found in marmalade). Grapefruit and Seville oranges can increase the chance of side effects with this medicine. Ask your doctor or pharmacist for more details.

Since this drug can be absorbed through the skin and lungs and may harm an unborn baby, women who are pregnant or who may become pregnant should not handle this medication or breathe the dust from the capsules.

Side Effects

Upset stomach, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, decreased appetite, headache, joint/muscle pain, swelling of ankles/legs/feet, numbness/tingling of arms/legs, anxiety, constipation, dizziness, or tiredness may occur. If any of these effects persist or worsen, tell your doctor or pharmacist promptly.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because he or she has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

This medication may raise your blood pressure. Check your blood pressure regularly and tell your doctor if the results are high. Your doctor may control your blood pressure with medication.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including easy bruising / bleeding, dark / tary / bloody stools, fast/irregular/pounding heartbeat, signs of low red blood cell count (such as rapid breathing, pale skin, shortness of breath.

Precautions

Before taking ibrutinib, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. This product may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details.

Before using this medication, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history, especially of: blood/bleeding problems, heart problems (such as fast/irregular heartbeat, previous heart attack), high blood pressure, kidney problems, liver problems, high levels of uric acid in the blood. You can Find  Ibrutinib 140 mg price in India and Where to buy

This drug may make you dizzy. Alcohol or marijuana (cannabis) can make you dizzier. Do not drive, use machinery, or do anything that needs alertness until you can do it safely. Limit alcoholic beverages. Talk to your doctor if you are using marijuana (cannabis).

Ibrutinib can make you more likely to get infections or may worsen any current infections. Therefore, wash your hands well to prevent the spread of infection. Avoid contact with people who have infections that may spread to others (such as chickenpox, measles, flu) . Consult your doctor if you have been exposed to an infection or for more details.