Rafinlar 75mg Capsule
In Treatment of Malignant melanoma Malignant melanoma is a type of skin cancer that develops in melanocytes, the cells that produce the pigment called melanin. Melanin is the pigment that gives the skin its color. Malignant melanoma is the most deadly and aggr…
About this Medicine
Rafinlar 75mg Capsule is used in the treatment of malignant melanoma, a type of skin cancer. It may also be used to treat other conditions as determined by the doctor. Rafinlar 75mg Capsule should be taken at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal in the dose as advised by the doctor. The duration of treatment varies on the basis of your response to the treatment. Your doctor may advice regular eye examinations while taking this medicine. You must inform the doctor if you experience eye irritation, blurred vision, eye pain, or other vision changes during your treatment.The most common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, fever, nausea, and headache. If they do not go away or get worse, tell your doctor. There may be ways of preventing or reducing these effects. It is very strong medicine and some people may develop serious side effects while taking it. It may lower your ability to fight infections and lead to problems with your blood, liver, or kidneys. Inform your doctor if you notice unusual bleeding or bruising, lack of energy, loss of appetite, and yellowing of eyes. Your doctor will advise you regular blood tests to check for these.Before taking Rafinlar 75mg Capsule, 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 doctor know about all the 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 the treatment with this drug is important to avoid pregnancy.There is a Patient Support Program/Patient Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by Tata 1mg. Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same. You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details.
How it Works
Rafinlar 75mg Capsule is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking the activity of BRAF, a mutated protein that regulates cell growth. A BRAF mutation enables cells to divide at abnormal rate and grow into a melanoma tumor.
Key Facts
Chemical Class :: Sulfanilide Derivative|Habit Forming :: No|Therapeutic Class :: ANTI NEOPLASTICS|Action Class :: BRAF inhibitor
Safety Overview
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