sorafenib
Used for Cancer
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sorafenib Uses, Side Effects, Interactions, Warnings & Dosing
What dosages is sorafenib available in?
sorafenib is available as a 200 mg oral tablet.
What is sorafenib used for?
sorafenib is a tyrosine kinase inhibitor and is used for the following:
- Liver cancer that can’t be removed by surgery
- Advanced kidney cancer
- Advanced or metastatic differentiated thyroid cancer
How does sorafenib work?
sorafenib is a targeted anticancer medication known as a tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI). It targets and blocks multiple proteins in cancer cells called kinases that are involved in tumor growth and tumor blood supply. By blocking these proteins, sorafenib stops tumor growth.
How do I take sorafenib?
The typical dose is 400 mg by mouth twice daily without food.
Is it safe for me to take sorafenib?
sorafenib is a safe and effective treatment when used for FDA licensed indications. However, like all medications, they may give you unwanted side effects. You should always discuss potential side effects with your physician to ensure the medication is suitable and right for you. sorafenib is contraindicated in patients with known severe hypersensitivity to sorafenib or any other component of sorafenib. sorafenib in combination with carboplatin and paclitaxel is contraindicated in patients with squamous cell lung cancer.
sorafenib Common Side Effects
Common side effects of sorafenib:
- Diarrhea
- Rash
- Fatigue
- Hand-foot skin reaction
- Hair loss
- Nausea
- High blood pressure
- Lower appetite
- Vomiting
- Bleeding
sorafenib Serious Side Effects
Serious side effects are rare with sorafenib. Contact your healthcare provider immediately if you experience any of the following.
- Heart problems: chest pounding, chest pain, irregular heartbeat, shortness of breath, feeling faint or lightheaded, swelling in the legs
- Serious bleeding: unusual bleeding, bleeding that’s difficult to stop, easy bruising, blood in urine or stool
- Serious skin reactions: skin rash, redness, blistering, pain, swelling
- Gut damage: fever, chills, intense stomach pain or cramps, bloating
- Serious liver problems: right-sided stomach pain, tiredness, loss of appetite, yellowing of the skin or eyes
Effects of other drugs, drug classes and over-the-counter products on sorafenib
The following medications may interact with sorafenib:
- Strong CYP3A Inducers: Avoid strong CYP3A4 inducers
Who makes sorafenib?
Various FDA-approved generic manufacturers
Is sorafenib safe in pregnancy?
sorafenib may harm your unborn baby. Tell your healthcare
provider right away if you become pregnant during treatment with sorafenib.
For females who are able to become pregnant:
- Your healthcare should do a pregnancy test before you start treatment with sorafenib
- Use effective birth control (contraception) during your treatment with sorafenib and for 6 months after the last dose of sorafenib
For males with female partners who are able to become pregnant:
- Use effective birth control (contraception) during your treatment with sorafenib and for 3 months after the last dose of sorafenib
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