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It is used to treat: hormone dependent early breast cancer in postmenopausal women after they have completed 2-3 years of treatment with the medicine tamoxifen. hormone dependent advanced breast cancer in postmenopausal women when a different hormonal drug treatment has not worked well enough.

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Calutide 50-Tablet 10's contains Bicalutamide, an anticancer drug used in the treatment of prostate cancer. Calutide-50 Tablet 10's works by inhibiting the effects of androgens (male hormones) such as testosterone that increase the growth of prostate cancer cells.

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Product introductionGlivec 400mg Tablet is used to treat several types of cancers. It is most commonly prescribed to treat blood cancers (chronic myeloid leukemia and acute lymphocytic leukemia) and gastrointestinal stromal tumors. It works by targeting specific proteins that contribute to the growth and spread of cancer cells.

Glivec 400mg Tablet is also used for treatment of a skin tumor called dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans and a type of bone marrow condition called aggressive systemic mastocytosis. The medicine should be taken with food. Take it at the same time each day to get the most benefit. Continue taking it as long as your doctor advises for it. The duration of treatment varies according to your need and response to treatment. 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.

The most common side effects of this medicine include edema, nausea, vomiting, muscle cramps, musculoskeletal pain, diarrhea, rash, fatigue, and abdominal pain. Let your doctor know if you experience unexpected rapid weight gain. Your doctor may advise for regular monitoring of blood cells and liver function while you are taking this medicine. Do not drive or do anything requiring mental focus if you experience dizziness and blurry vision.

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.Uses of Glivec Tablet

• Treatment of Cancer

Benefits of Glivec TabletIn Treatment of CancerIn several types of cancers like blood cancers, gastrointestinal stromal tumors, skin cancer (dermatofibrosarcoma protuberans), and bone marrow condition (aggressive systemic mastocytosis), Glivec 400mg Tablet targets the specific proteins that contribute to the growth and spread of cancer cells. By stopping these proteins, the medicine slows down or even stops the growth of cancer. This helps shrink tumors, slow down their growth, and make the patients feel better.Side effects of Glivec TabletMost side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Glivec

• Edema (swelling)
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Muscle cramp
• Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
• Diarrhea
• Rash
• Fatigue
• Abdominal pain
• Bleeding
• Breathing problems
• Cough
• Weight gain
• Dry eye
• Dizziness
• Hemorrhage

How to use Glivec TabletTake this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Glivec 400mg Tablet is to be taken with food.How Glivec Tablet worksGlivec 400mg Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. A protein enzyme, bcr-abl tyrosine kinase, responsible for the growth of abnormal proliferation of cancer cells. This medicine inhibits the proliferation and induces apoptosis (planned cell death) in bcr-abl positive cells (cancer cells). This is how it works to stop or slow the spread of cancer.

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Tykerb 250mg Tablet is used in the treatment of breast cancer. It works by stopping or slowing down the growth of cancer cells. It is either used alone or in combination with some other medicine to cure advanced-stage breast cancer.

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Arimidex is used to treat breast cancer in women who have gone through the menopause. Arimidex works by cutting down the amount of the hormone called estrogen that your body makes. It does this by blocking a natural substance (an enzyme) in your body called 'aromatase'.

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Votrient Pazopanib 400 Mg Tablets is a protein kinase inhibitor used in the treatment of kidney cancer and soft tissue sarcoma.

Votrient 400mg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach, 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.

Diarrhea and high blood pressure are the most common side effects of this medicine. Doctor may advise for regular monitoring of your blood pressure while on treatment. Drink plenty of fluids to overcome diarrhea or consult with your doctor if it bothers you. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Hence, inform your doctor if you experience fever, flu-like symptoms and shortness of breath.

Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, 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.

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.  USES OF VOTRIENT TABLET

• Kidney cancer
• Soft tissue sarcoma

BENEFITS OF VOTRIENT TABLETIn Kidney cancerVotrient 400mg Tablet is used to treat kidney cancer and its associated symptoms such as blood in the urine, unexplained low back pain or weight loss, fatigue, loss of appetite, etc. It stops cancer growth and prevents multiplication of cancer cells. This restricts the advancement of cancer to other unaffected regions. You need to follow your doctor’s instructions very carefully to recover.In Soft tissue sarcomaSoft tissue sarcoma is a type of sarcoma that develops in tissues such as bone and muscles. Votrient 400mg Tablet kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. Follow your doctor’s instructions carefully and let your doctor know if any of the side effects bother you.SIDE EFFECTS OF VOTRIENT TABLETMost side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about themCommon side effects of Votrient

• Headache
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Musculoskeletal (bone, muscle or joint) pain
• Fatigue
• Change in color of hair
• Diarrhea
• High blood pressure
• Decreased appetite
• Weight loss
• Taste change
• Abnormal skin pigmentation
• Hair discoloration
• Tumor pain
• Breathlessness

HOW TO USE VOTRIENT TABLETTake this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Votrient 400mg Tablet is to be taken empty stomach.HOW VOTRIENT TABLET WORKSVotrient 400mg 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.