CapsulePalbopro 125mg Capsule
About this Medicine
Palbopro 125mg Capsule is used to treat patients with certain types of breast cancer (estrogen receptor-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative) which have spread to other organs. It is given together with hormonal anticancer therapies. Palbopro 125mg Capsule is taken in a dose as advised by the doctor. The duration of treatment varies on the basis of your need and response to treatment. You may be asked for regular blood tests while taking this medication. It is better to inform doctor if you notice symptoms of infection like fever, chills and weakness. You should use effective contraception method to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicineIt may cause dizziness, so avoid driving or any activity requiring mental focus until you know how it affects you. Most of the side effects of Palbopro 125mg Capsule is reversible and disappear when the medicine is stopped. Neutropenia is a well-recognized adverse effect, in which the number of your white blood cells get reduced and your immune system gets weakened. As a result, you may be at greater risk of getting an infection. However, this side effect disappears rapidly once you stop taking the medicine.
How it Works
Palbopro 125mg Capsule is an anti-cancer medication. Cyclin dependent kinase 4 and 6\n(chemical messengers) are downstream of signaling pathways which lead to the proliferation of cells. This medicine works by inhibiting cyclin dependent kinase 4 and 6, thus arrests the cancer cell cycle (cell growing process). It also targets the estrogen (hormone) receptor-positive breast cancer cells by disrupting the cell cycle.
Key Facts
Chemical Class :: Pyridinylpiperazines|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: ANTI NEOPLASTICS|Action Class :: Cyclin-Dependent Kinase Inhibitor
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