Composition:

Each tablet of Lapatinib 250 mg contains 250 mg of Lapatinib as the active ingredient.

Description:

HERTAB (Lapatinib) is an oral therapy indicated for the treatment of postmenopausal women with HER2-positive advanced breast cancer patients whose disease has progressed after taking Trastuzumab therapy. Lapatinib is used in combination with other medication Capecitabine or Letrozole, which together, inhibit the growth of cancer cells in patients.


Usage Instructions

Lapatinib 250 mg is mainly prescribed for the treatment of:

  • HER2-positive breast cancer
  • Advanced or metastatic breast cancer
  • Used in combination with other chemotherapy drugs or on its own depending on the treatment plan prescribed by the oncologist.

Benefits and Use

  • Targeted therapy: Lapatinib helps target and block the HER2 protein that promotes cancer cell growth.
  • Improves survival rates: In combination with other drugs, it has been shown to improve overall survival in breast cancer patients.
  • Convenient oral administration: Lapatinib 250 mg tablets offer ease of use for patients undergoing chemotherapy treatment.

Safety Information

  • Side Effects: Common side effects include diarrhea, rash, nausea, and fatigue. Severe reactions such as heart problems or liver toxicity may occur but are less common.
  • Precautions: Patients with a history of heart disease, liver problems, or allergic reactions to Lapatinib should inform their healthcare provider before starting treatment.
  • Contraindications: Lapatinib should not be used in patients who are allergic to it or who have severe liver disease.
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