• Afmed 40mg Tablet is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer
• It is used in the treatment of adult patients who have certain mutations of epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR)
• Afmed 40mg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach, but try to have 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
• You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised
• Taking it in 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.
• The most common side effects of this medicine include diarrhea, rash, dry skin, and nausea
• Diarrhea can be serious sometimes so take medicine to treat it as prescribed by the doctor or stay hydrated
• Your doctor may advise for some blood tests while you are taking this medicine
• It may also make your skin sensitive to the sun, so use sunscreen and wear protective clothing if you have to be in sunlight
• Inform your doctor if you notice pain or redness in the eye or dry eye.
• Before taking it, tell your doctor if have a breathing problem, 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 all medications you are using
• This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding
• The use of effective contraception by females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.

Uses of Afmed 40mg Tablet

• In Non-small cell lung cancer Non-small cell lung cancer is one of the major kinds of lung cancer and it affects both smokers as well as non-smokers
• Afmed 40mg Tablet helps treat non-small cell lung cancer and may be given alone or in combination with other medicines
• It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor
• You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

Missed Doses

If you miss a dose of Afmed 40mg Tablet, skip it and continue with your normal schedule. Do not double the dose.

Frequestly asked Questions

Common and Known Side effects of Afmed 40mg Tablet

• Diarrhea
• Rash
• Dry skin
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Loss of appetite
• Itching
• Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
• Nail disorder