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Sunishil Capsule

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Shilpa Medicare Ltd

Salt Composition

Sunitinib (50mg)

Overview Sunishil Capsule

Renal and gastrointestinal stromal tumor patients may be prescribed Nexavar capsules. This medication inhibits specific enzymes crucial for cancer cell proliferation, resulting in tumor shrinkage and slowed growth. Nexavar capsules can be administered with or without food, but consistent daily timing optimizes efficacy. Dosage and frequency are determined by your physician based on your condition and may be adjusted. Adhere strictly to your doctor's instructions; improper usage or overdose can lead to severe adverse reactions. Therapeutic effects may take weeks or months to manifest; discontinue only under medical guidance. Common side effects include fatigue, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, altered taste perception, and reduced appetite. Your doctor may recommend regular blood pressure and thyroid function monitoring. Nexavar can lower blood glucose, potentially causing hypoglycemia and fainting; diabetics should monitor their blood sugar closely and discuss potential adjustments to their anti-diabetic medication. Inform your doctor of any pre-existing heart, liver, kidney, or bleeding disorders before commencing treatment. Interaction with other medications is possible; disclose all current medications to your healthcare provider. Nexavar is contraindicated during pregnancy and breastfeeding; reliable contraception is essential for both partners throughout treatment.

Uses of Sunishil Capsule

Managing Renal Cell Carcinoma and Gastrointestinal Stromal Tumors

Major Benefits of Sunishil Capsule:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding the dosage and treatment length for Sunishil Capsule. This medication can be consumed with or without food, though consistent timing is recommended.

Common Side effects of Sunishil Capsule:

  • Hand-foot syndrome
  • Bleeding disorder
  • Low blood platelets
  • Decreased appetite
  • Nausea
  • Vomiting
  • Weakness
  • Abdominal pain
  • Indigestion
  • High blood pressure
  • Diarrhea
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
  • Taste change

How to use Sunishil Capsule:

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely regarding the dosage and treatment length for Sunishil Capsule. This medication can be ingested with or without food, however, consistent timing is recommended.

How Sunishil Capsule works:

Sunishil Capsule combats cancer by targeting tyrosine kinase, a protein on the surface of cancer cells. This targeted action inhibits the signaling pathways that drive tumor growth, and concurrently restricts the formation of new blood vessels that nourish the malignancy, thus impeding the spread of cancerous cells.

SAFETY ADVICE

AlcoholAlcoholCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

Alcohol consumption alongside Sunishil Capsule may pose unknown risks. Seek medical advice before combining them.

PregnancyPregnancyCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

The use of Sunishil Capsule during pregnancy may pose risks. While human research is scarce, animal studies indicate potential harm to the fetus. A physician will assess the potential advantages against any possible risks prior to prescribing. Seek medical advice before taking this medication.

Breast feedingBreast feedingCONSULT YOUR DOCTOR

There is likely a risk associated with using Sunishil Capsule while breastfeeding. Available data from human studies indicate potential transfer of the medication into breast milk, posing a possible threat to the infant.

DrivingDrivingUNSAFE

Driving ability may be impaired by Sunishil Capsule, which can induce dizziness. Refrain from driving or operating machinery if dizziness occurs during treatment.

KidneyKidneySAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sunishil Capsule presents no contraindications for use in patients with renal impairment; no dosage modification is necessary.

LiverLiverSAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Sunishil Capsule presents no contraindications for use in patients with hepatic impairment. No alteration of Sunishil Capsule dosage is advised.

What if you forget to take Sunishil Capsule :

Omit any missed Sunishil Capsule dose and resume your regular medication regimen. Avoid taking a double dose.

Facts to Know About Sunishil Capsule

LabelValue
Chemical Classification Indole and Pyrrole Derivatives
Developing Habits No.
Treatment Category Cancer Medications

FAQs on Sunishil Capsule

Follow your doctor's instructions precisely when taking Sunishil Capsule. Only doctors experienced with cancer medications should prescribe it. Take one capsule daily, with or without food. Avoid grapefruit juice and grapefruit while using Sunishil Capsule to minimize potential side effects.
Sunishil Capsule may lighten skin and cause hair loss. Skin dryness, thickening, cracking, blisters, or rashes on the palms and soles may also occur; these side effects are usually reversible upon discontinuation. However, serious, potentially fatal skin reactions like severe rash or rapidly spreading skin ulceration are possible. Report any skin injury infection symptoms (fever, pain, redness, swelling, pus, or blood drainage) to your doctor immediately.
Sunishil Capsule carries a risk of serious liver damage, potentially fatal. Report itching, yellowing of eyes or skin, dark urine, or right upper abdominal pain or discomfort immediately to your doctor. Your doctor will monitor your liver function with blood tests before and throughout treatment. Treatment with Sunishil Capsule may be temporarily or permanently discontinued if liver problems develop.
Sunishil Capsule, for which no generic equivalent exists, works by inhibiting protein kinase, an enzyme on the surface of cancer cells that drives their growth and spread. This inhibition prevents cancer progression. Other examples of protein kinase inhibitors include erlotinib, gefitinib, lapatinib, vemurafenib, and dasatinib.
Sunishil Capsule's use alongside other chemotherapy drugs lacks supporting studies. It's employed in Gastrointestinal stromal tumors (GIST), a stomach and bowel cancer, specifically when imatinib, another anticancer medication, proves ineffective or is unsuitable for the patient.
Sunishil Capsule can lower blood sugar. Diabetics should monitor their blood sugar closely as it could drop dangerously low, even causing unconsciousness. Your anti-diabetic medication dosage may need adjustment based on these readings.
Sunishil Capsule may raise blood pressure. Regular blood pressure monitoring is crucial. Report severe headache, dizziness, lightheadedness, or vision changes to your doctor immediately. They may adjust your medication or temporarily suspend treatment until your blood pressure stabilizes.
Sunishil Capsule
6,464
MRP 7,875
17% off