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Lapatinib
How Lapatinib works
Lapatinib is an anti-cancer medication. It works by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply. This helps to stop or slow the spread of cancer cells.
Side Effects
Nausea, Headache, Back pain, Breathing difficulty, Rash, Joint pain, Pain in extremity, Insomnia (difficulty in sleeping), Vomiting, Abdominal pain, Loss of appetite, Dyspepsia, Hot flushes, Diarrhoea, Cough, Nose bleed, Constipation, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Usage
Lapatinib is used in the treatment of breast cancer.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Is Lapatinib cytotoxic/ chemotherapy?Lapatinib is not cytotoxic and not a chemotherapy drug
Q. Is Lapatinib a monoclonal antibody?Lapatinib is not a monoclonal antibody.
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