Sorafenat 200 Mg (Sorafenib)

SKU

CMS859

USA Brand Name

Nexavar

Strength

200mg

Generic Name

Sorafenib

Manufacturer

Natco Pharma Ltd.

## Sorafenat 200 Mg (Sorafenib)

## What Is The Generic Name For Sorafenat 200 Mg?

Sorafenib is the generic version for Sorafenat 200 mg

## Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Sorafenat 200 mg (Sorafenib)?

Nexavar

## About Sorafenat 200 Mg (Sorafenib):

Sorafenat 200 mg contains an active ingredient, Sorafenib , which is used for the treatment of Liver Cancer, Kidney Cancer, and Thyroid Cancer. You can buy it from all the leading pharmacy, drugstores and medical supply stores and can be given by doctor’s prescription only.

## Manufacturer:

Natco Pharma Ltd. is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Sorafenat 200 mg.

## Strength :

Sorafenat 200 mg contains an active ingredient, Sorafenib, 200 mg which is available in the various strengths and substitutes at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

## What Are The Uses Of The Sorafenat 200 Mg (Sorafenib)?

Sorafenat 200 mg is used in the treatment of:

Liver Cancer

Kidney Cancer

Thyroid Cancer

## How Sorafenat 200 Mg (Sorafenib) Works?

Sorafenat 200 mg has an active anticancer ingredient, Sorafenib, which basically blocks the action of the abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply, thus helps to stop or slow the spread of cancer cells.

## Before You Use Sorafenat 200 Mg (Sorafenib):

Make sure that:

You are not allergic to Sorafenib

You do not take alcohol

Your doctor knows about your Surgeries, Diseases, Pre-existing disease and Medications, Food Habits, Supplements, etc.)

## What Should You Avoid While Taking Sorafenat 200 Mg (Sorafenib)?

You should avoid taking alcohol

Avoid high-fat meals such as Olive Oil, Nuts, Dark Chocolate, Butter, and Meat.

You should strictly avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

## When Not To Use Sorafenat 200 Mg (Sorafenib)?

You should avoid Sorafenat 200 mg if you:

Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity to it

Have Severe Liver/Kidney Impairment

Are Breastfeeding

You should always consult your doctor for suitable and effective treatment

## Tell Your Doctor If You:

Have Allergy to it

Are suffering from High Blood pressure , Chest Pain, and Prolongation of QT Interval

Have Bleeding Problems

Have Kidney Problems/Kidney Cancer

Are going to have a Surgery or have been recently operated

Take Alcohol

Have any Liver Disease

Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive

Are Breastfeeding

Are having other Diseases, Drugs or Therapies

## Dosage:

Sorafenat 200 mg contains an active ingredient, Sorafenib, which is used in the treatment of Cholestatic Liver Disease. Sorafenat 200 mg is available in various strengths and substitutes and should be given on prescription only. You should always consult your doctor for the duration of dosage as age and severity of the disease differ from person to person.

Adults are advised to take Sorafenat 200 mg at a fixed time empty stomach (1 hr prior or 2 hrs after the meal) preferably after food. Do not consume larger or smaller amounts than Prescribed.

## How Much Of The Sorafenat 200 Mg (Sorafenib) to Be Used?

Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Sorafenat 200 mg. Do not exceed the dose on your own as it may result in adverse effects.

## How To Take The Sorafenat 200 Mg (Sorafenib)?

Sorafenat 200 mg dose should be taken at a fixed time as directed by your doctor. You must swallow the tablet as a whole with water. Do not chew or crush it. It is better to take it empty stomach (1 hr prior or 2 hrs after the meal)

## For How Long Should You Continue Using Sorafenat 200 Mg (Sorafenib)?

You are always advised to take Sorafenat 200 mg as prescribed by your doctor. You are not advised to take it in a larger amount or for a longer time than recommended.

## Overdose?

Contact your doctor immediately if you suspect an Overdose.

## Missed Dose?

A missed dose of Sorafenat 200 mg should be taken as soon as you remember. Skip the dose if it is the time for the next dose. Do not double the dose for next time if you missed once.

## What Are The Side Effects Of The Sorafenat 200 Mg (Sorafenib)?

Fatigue

Nausea

Loss of Appetite

Diarrhea

Abdominal Pain

Hair Loss

Weight Loss

Rash

Hand-Foot Syndrome

## What Are The Common Drug Interactions?

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Sorafenat 200 mg which can produce some adverse effects or cause your drug not to work properly. You should always tell your doctor if you are on Vitamins, other Drugs or Herbal Supplements. It interacts with the following medicines:

Carbamazepine

Dexamethasone

Ketoconazole

Neomycin

Phenobarbital

Phenytoin

Rifampicin

## Warning And Precaution:

Sorafenat 200 mg should be used very cautiously in:

Impaired Liver/Renal Function

Hypersensitivity

Pregnant/Breastfeeding Women

Always consult your doctor to get the best possible treatment and dosage adjustment in the above conditions.

## Things To Remember:

Frequent monitoring of fluid balance and electrolytes is needed if you are at risk of renal dysfunction

Monitoring of Blood Calcium Levels and Thyroid Hormones if you are suffering from thyroid cancer

Keep out of reach of children

Always consult your doctor if you have any doubt regarding the dose, time, and strength of the Tablet

## Indications:

Do not stop Sorafenat 200 mg abruptly or do not take it for longer than recommended by your physician

## Storage :

Store the Sorafenat 200 mg at room temperature in dark and dry place. Make sure the strip of the tablets should be intact and not damaged.