Uses of Sorafenib:

  • The drug helps in treating advanced renal carcinoma, a type of kidney cancer and hepatocellular carcinoma, a type of advanced stage liver cancer.
  • It also aids in treating radioactive iodine resistant advanced thyroid carcinoma.

How Does it Work?:

  • By inhibiting the action of several tyrosine protein kinases, it induces autophagy and suppresses the growth of the tumour.

Taking the Medicine

  • The medicine is taken orally.
  • It is generally not taken along with food.
  • Dosage is dependent on the recommendation of your doctor.

Caution:

  • The medicine must be taken under the direction and supervision of the healthcare provider.
  • Do not overdose the medicine unless prescribed.
  • Do not skip taking medicine. Regular consumption will lead to desired results.

Possible Side Effects:

  • Haemorrhage
  • Rash
  • Diarrhoea
  • Erythema
  • Alopecia
  • Hand-foot Syndrome
  • Pruritus
  • Erythema
  • Increased Amylase
  • Increase Lipas

Name

Soranib 

Salt

Sorafenib

Manufactured By

Cipla

Packaging

120 tablets

Use

Anti cancer drug