Pivikto 150mg Tablet
Manufacturer:
Novartis India Ltd
Salt Composition: Alpelisib (150mg)
Action Class: Other Anticancer Agents
Uses
Treatment of Breast cancer
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Product Description
Pivikto 150mg Tablet is used to treat certain types of breast cancer, like hormone receptor (HR)-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-negative, PIK3CAmutated, advanced or breast cancer which has spread to other organs. It is given together with hormonal anticancer therapies. Pivikto 150mg Tablet should be taken with food, but try to take it at the same time every day to get the most benefits. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. Take it exactly as advised by the doctor. Taking it the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.Some common side effects of this medicine include fatigue, decreased appetite, rash, vomiting, and diarrhea. It may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood, thereby increasing the susceptibility to infections. It is better to inform your doctor if you notice symptoms of infection like fever, chills, weakness, bleeding or bruising, and nose bleeding. It might also cause dizziness; so avoid driving or attention-seeking activities if you experience dizziness.Before taking Pivikto 150mg Tablet, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver or kidney problems, or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine, so let your healthcare team know about all the medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. Use of effective contraception by both males and females during the treatment with this drug is important to avoid pregnancy.There is a Patient Support Program/Patient Assistance Program available in India for this medicine, being managed by Tata 1mg. Please contact your prescribing doctor to know more about the same. You may also call on (1800-102-1618) for more details.
Key Benefits
In Treatment of Breast cancerPivikto 150mg Tablet helps treat breast cancer, and it may be used alone or in combination with other medicines or treatment modalities, like chemotherapy. It relieves the symptoms of breast cancer, such as breast lumps, bloody discharge from nipples, or changes in the shape or texture of the breast. Pivikto 150mg Tablet kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents their multiplication. Discuss with your doctor if any of the side effects bother you.
Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them
Common Side Effects :
Fatigue
Increased glucose level in blood
Nausea
Vomiting
Increased creatinine level in blood
Lymphocytopenia
Increased gamma-glutamyltransferase
Increased alanine aminotransferase
Decreased hemoglobin
Increased lipase in the blood
Decreased appetite
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Weight loss
Hair loss
Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
Decreased calcium level in blood
Prolonged activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT)
Diarrhea
Rash
Common Side Effects :
Fatigue
Increased glucose level in blood
Nausea
Vomiting
Increased creatinine level in blood
Lymphocytopenia
Increased gamma-glutamyltransferase
Increased alanine aminotransferase
Decreased hemoglobin
Increased lipase in the blood
Decreased appetite
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Weight loss
Hair loss
Hypoglycemia (low blood glucose level)
Decreased calcium level in blood
Prolonged activated partial thromboplastin time (aPTT)
Diarrhea
Rash
How To Use
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Pivikto 150mg Tablet is to be taken with food.
How It Works
Pivikto 150mg Tablet works to treat cancer by blocking the signals that cause cancer cells to multiply, which helps to stop the spread of cancer cells.
Alternate Brands
No alternate brands found for this medicine.
Safety Information & Precautions
Alcohol:
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pivikto 150mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:
Pivikto 150mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding:
Pivikto 150mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving:
It is not known whether Pivikto 150mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney:
There is limited information available on the use of Pivikto 150mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:
Pivikto 150mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Pivikto 150mg Tablet is recommended.
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Pivikto 150mg Tablet. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy:
Pivikto 150mg Tablet may be unsafe to use during pregnancy. Although there are limited studies in humans, animal studies have shown harmful effects on the developing baby. Your doctor will weigh the benefits and any potential risks before prescribing it to you. Please consult your doctor.
Breastfeeding:
Pivikto 150mg Tablet is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
Driving:
It is not known whether Pivikto 150mg Tablet alters the ability to drive. Do not drive if you experience any symptoms that affect your ability to concentrate and react.
Kidney:
There is limited information available on the use of Pivikto 150mg Tablet in patients with kidney disease. Please consult your doctor.
Liver:
Pivikto 150mg Tablet is safe to use in patients with liver disease. No dose adjustment of Pivikto 150mg Tablet is recommended.
Quick Tips
After starting your treatment with Pivikto 150mg Tablet, you may be at risk of infection, so try to avoid crowds or people with colds. Report fever or any other signs of infection immediately to your doctor.
Drink at least two to three-quarter fluid every 24 hours, unless you are instructed otherwise.
To reduce nausea, take antinausea medications as prescribed by your doctor, and eat small, frequent meals.
Inform your doctor if you notice any signs or symptoms of allergic reactions, like rash or shortness of breath, after taking Pivikto 150mg Tablet.
Monitor your sugar levels at intervals and report to your doctor if they are abnormally high. The doctor will be able to advise more on this.
Eat foods that may help reduce diarrhea and take adequate rest.
Use a soft toothbrush and rinse your mouth at least 3 times a day with saline water to help treat/prevent mouth sores.
After starting your treatment with Pivikto 150mg Tablet, you may be at risk of infection, so try to avoid crowds or people with colds. Report fever or any other signs of infection immediately to your doctor.
Drink at least two to three-quarter fluid every 24 hours, unless you are instructed otherwise.
To reduce nausea, take antinausea medications as prescribed by your doctor, and eat small, frequent meals.
Inform your doctor if you notice any signs or symptoms of allergic reactions, like rash or shortness of breath, after taking Pivikto 150mg Tablet.
Monitor your sugar levels at intervals and report to your doctor if they are abnormally high. The doctor will be able to advise more on this.
Eat foods that may help reduce diarrhea and take adequate rest.
Use a soft toothbrush and rinse your mouth at least 3 times a day with saline water to help treat/prevent mouth sores.
Drink at least two to three-quarter fluid every 24 hours, unless you are instructed otherwise.
To reduce nausea, take antinausea medications as prescribed by your doctor, and eat small, frequent meals.
Inform your doctor if you notice any signs or symptoms of allergic reactions, like rash or shortness of breath, after taking Pivikto 150mg Tablet.
Monitor your sugar levels at intervals and report to your doctor if they are abnormally high. The doctor will be able to advise more on this.
Eat foods that may help reduce diarrhea and take adequate rest.
Use a soft toothbrush and rinse your mouth at least 3 times a day with saline water to help treat/prevent mouth sores.
After starting your treatment with Pivikto 150mg Tablet, you may be at risk of infection, so try to avoid crowds or people with colds. Report fever or any other signs of infection immediately to your doctor.
Drink at least two to three-quarter fluid every 24 hours, unless you are instructed otherwise.
To reduce nausea, take antinausea medications as prescribed by your doctor, and eat small, frequent meals.
Inform your doctor if you notice any signs or symptoms of allergic reactions, like rash or shortness of breath, after taking Pivikto 150mg Tablet.
Monitor your sugar levels at intervals and report to your doctor if they are abnormally high. The doctor will be able to advise more on this.
Eat foods that may help reduce diarrhea and take adequate rest.
Use a soft toothbrush and rinse your mouth at least 3 times a day with saline water to help treat/prevent mouth sores.
Missed Dose
If you miss a dose of Pivikto 150mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.
