Erlotinib

What Are The Uses Of Erlotinib?

Erlotinib is used in the treatment of following conditions:

• Lung and pancreatic cancer.

What Are The Side Effects Of Erlotinib?

The  common side effects of  erlotinib are:

• Dry skin
• Diarrhoea
• Mouth sores
• Muscle/joint pain
• Unusual eye lash growth
• Eye dryness / redness / irritation

Some severe ( but less common) side effects are:

• Signs of kidney disease
• Signs of liver disease
• Signs of dehydration ( excess thirst, excess sweating, excess urination)
• Black stools
• Easy bleeding
• Vision changes
• Eye pain
• Vomiting looks like coffee grounds
• Redness / swelling around nails.

Please consult a physician if the symptoms are persistent.

What Are The Contraindications Of Erlotinib?

Please inform your doctor if you have any of the following conditions:

• Hypersensitivity towards the drug erlotinib or any other allergies.
• Kidney disease
• Liver disease
• Stomach / intestinal disease.