It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Sunitix. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Sunitix is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
UNSAFE
Sunitix is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE
Sunitix may decrease alertness, affect your vision or make you feel sleepy and dizzy. Do not drive if these symptoms occur.
SAFE IF PRESCRIBED
Sunitix is safe to use in patients with kidney disease. No dose adjustment of Sunitix is recommended.
CAUTION
Sunitix should be used with caution in patients with severe liver disease. Dose adjustment of Sunitix may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Limited information is available on the use of Sunitix in these patients. No dose adjustment is recommended in patients with mild to moderate liver disease.
Medicine Overview of Sunitix 50mg Capsule
Introduction
Sunitix is used in the treatment of kidney cancer and gastrointestinal stromal tumor.
Sunitix can be taken with or without food, but try to have it at the same time every day to get the most benefits. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary a...
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Uses of Sunitix
Kidney cancer
Gastrointestinal stromal tumour
Side effects of Sunitix
Common
Nausea
Vomiting
Weakness
Rash
Abdominal pain
Indigestion
Discoloration of skin
Fatigue
Fever
Dry skin
High blood pressure
Diarrhea
Constipation
Painful blisters on hands and feet
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Hair discoloration
Pain in extremity
Back pain
Headache
Joint pain
Weight loss
Cough
Taste change
Breathlessness
How to use Sunitix
Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Do not chew, crush or break it. Sunitix may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.
How Sunitix works
Sunitix is an anti-cancer medication. It works by binding and blocking certain cell surface protein (tyrosine kinase) responsible for the propagation of cancer growth. It also restricts the growth of new blood vessels within the tumor. This is how it...
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What if you forget to take Sunitix?
If you miss a dose of Sunitix, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.
Quick Tips
Sunitix is used for the treatment of thyroid cancer.
Take it with or without food, preferably at the same time each day.
Diarrhea may occur as a side effect. Drink plenty of fluids and inform your doctor if it doesn't stop or if you find blood in your stools.
Use a reliable contraceptive method to prevent pregnancy while you are taking this medicine and for a month after you stop taking it.
It may affect wound healing time. Be careful while shaving, cutting fingernails or toenails, or using sharp objects.
Monitor your blood pressure regularly while taking this medication. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms of very high blood pressure su...
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Monitoring of thyroid gland function is required while taking this medicine. Inform your doctor if you notice symptoms of weight gain, dry s...
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It may cause serious bleeding problem. Inform your doctor if you get headaches, stomach pain or if you notice blood in your urine or stools.
Inform your doctor about the consumption of Sunitix before going for surgical procedure.
Do not take this medicine if you are pregnant, planning to conceive or breastfeeding.
Hepatic Impairment
Mild to moderate impairment: Dose adjustment not necessary for initial dose; monitor subsequent doses
Severe impairment: Not st...
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Child Dose
Safety and efficacy not established
Renal Dose
Renal Impairment
No dose adjustment necessary
Contraindication
Hypersensitivity, Renal impairment
Mode of Action
Multikinase inhibitor (including VEGF & PDGF receptor tyrosine kinases) some of which are implicated in tumor growth, angiogenesis, and metastasis.
Precaution
CHF, HTN, history of QT interval prolongation, patients taking antiarrhythmics or w/ preexisting cardiac disease, bradycardia or electrolyte disturban...
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