Tafinlar

Tafinlar comes in capsule form and is used to treat melanoma that cannot be treated with surgery or has spread to other parts of the body. It is also used to treat non-small cell lung cancer that has spread to other parts of the body. Tafinlar works by interfering with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. Do not use Tafinlar if you are pregnant as it could harm the unborn baby. Common Tafinlar side effects may include headache, muscle or joint pain, bleeding, fever, chills and tiredness.

• Tafinlar

• Afinitor
• Afinitor Disperz
• Alecensa
• Aliqopa
• Alunbrig
• Augtyro
• Balversa
• Beleodaq
• Bortezomib
• Bosulif
• Braftovi
• Brukinsa
• Cabometyx
• Calquence
• Caprelsa
• Cometriq (100 MG Daily Dose)
• Cometriq (140 MG Daily Dose)
• Cometriq (60 MG Daily Dose)
• Copiktra
• Cotellic
• Everolimus
• Farydak
• Fotivda
• Fyarro
• Gavreto
• Gleevec
• Ibrance
• Iclusig
• IDHIFA
• Imatinib Mesylate
• Imbruvica
• Inrebic
• Istodax
• Jakafi
• Jaypirca
• Kisqali (200 MG Dose)
• Kisqali (400 MG Dose)
• Kisqali (600 MG Dose)
• Koselugo
• Krazati
• Kyprolis
• Lapatinib Ditosylate
• Lorbrena
• Lumakras
• Lynparza
• Lytgobi (12 MG Daily Dose)
• Lytgobi (16 MG Daily Dose)
• Lytgobi (20 MG Daily Dose)
• Mekinist
• Mektovi
• Nerlynx
• NexAVAR
• Ninlaro
• Ogsiveo
• Ojjaara
• PAZOPanib HCl
• Pemazyre
• Piqray (200 MG Daily Dose)
• Piqray (250 MG Daily Dose)
• Piqray (300 MG Daily Dose)
• Qinlock
• Retevmo
• Rezlidhia
• romiDEPsin
• Rozlytrek
• Rubraca
• Rydapt
• Scemblix
• SORAfenib Tosylate
• Sprycel
• Stivarga
• SUNItinib Malate
• Sutent
• Tabrecta
• Tafinlar
• Talzenna
• Tarceva
• Tasigna
• Tazverik
• Temsirolimus
• Tepmetko
• Tibsovo
• Torisel
• Truqap
• Truseltiq (100MG Daily Dose)
• Truseltiq (125MG Daily Dose)
• Truseltiq (50MG Daily Dose)
• Truseltiq (75MG Daily Dose)
• Turalio
• Tykerb
• Ukoniq
• Vandetanib
• Vanflyta
• Velcade
• Verzenio
• Vitrakvi
• Vonjo
• Votrient
• Xalkori
• Xospata
• Zejula
• Zelboraf
• Zolinza
• Zydelig
• Zykadia

• Capsule
• Liquid

• By mouth

Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

Take this medicine at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Allow about 12 hours between each dose.

Swallow the capsule whole. Do not open, crush, or break it.

Tablet for suspension: The tablet should be taken as an oral liquid only. Do not swallow whole, chew, or crush the tablet.Add 5 mL of water for 1 to 4 tablets and 10 mL of water for 5 to 15 tablets in a cup.Gently stir the mixture with the handle of a teaspoon until the tablets break apart.Wait for 3 minutes or more until the tablets has broken up. The liquid should be cloudy white but may contain small pieces.Swallow the mixture within 30 minutes after preparing. If 30 minutes have passed, throw away the mixture.You may take or give this medicine from a cup, oral dosing syringe, or feeding tube.

This medicine should come with a Medication Guide. Ask your pharmacist for a copy if you do not have one.

If you vomit, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule.

Missed dose: If it is more than 6 hours until the time you normally take a dose, take it as soon as you remember. If it is less than 6 hours until your regular time, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not take extra medicine to make up for a missed dose.

Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light.

This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to dabrafenib or if you are pregnant.

Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

Oral routeMedicines used to treat cancer are very strong and can have many side effects. Before receiving this medicine, make sure you understand all the risks and benefits. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor during your treatment.

This medicine could cause infertility. Talk with your doctor before using this medicine if you plan to have children.

This medicine may cause the following problems: Increased risk for other cancers (skin and non-skin cancer)Increased risk of bleedingHeart problemsEye or vision problemsFever (which may be serious)Serious skin reactions, including drug reaction with eosinophilia and systemic symptoms (DRESS)High blood sugarHemophagocytic lymphohistiocytosis (HLH), which can be life-threatening

Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease, liver disease, heart disease, diabetes, low blood pressure, or G6PD deficiency. Tell your doctor if you plan to have surgery, including dental surgery.

Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine and for at least 2 weeks after the last dose.

Oral routeIt is not safe to take this medicine during pregnancy. It could harm an unborn baby. Tell your doctor right away if you become pregnant. If you are a woman who can get pregnant, your doctor may do tests to make sure you are not pregnant before starting treatment. Birth control pills may not work as well to prevent pregnancy when used with this medicine. Use another form of birth control (including condoms or spermicide) along with your pills. Use an effective form of birth control during treatment with this medicine and for at least 2 weeks after the last dose.

Your doctor will check your progress and the effects of this medicine at regular visits. Keep all appointments.

Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

Tell your doctor if you are breastfeeding, or if you have kidney disease, liver disease, diabetes, or glucose-6-phosphate dehydrogenase (G6PD) deficiency. Tell your doctor if you plan to have surgery, including dental surgery.

This medicine may cause the following problems: Other skin cancersHigh blood sugarEye or vision problemsFever (which may be serious)Lower sperm production

Some medicines can affect how dabrafenib works. Tell your doctor if you are also using clarithromycin, dexamethasone, gemfibrozil, ketoconazole, midazolam, nefazodone, warfarin, or birth control pills.

• Sores or white patches on your lips, mouth, or throat
• Swollen glands
• Redness, swelling, peeling, or tenderness of the hands or feet
• Change in how much or how often you urinate
• Cough, chills, fever, especially with stiff muscles, dizziness or lightheadedness
• Eye pain, vision changes, sensitivity to light
• Increased hunger or thirst
• Blistering, peeling, red skin rash, or swollen, painful, or tender lymph glands in neck, armpit, or groin
• Allergic reaction: Itching or hives, swelling in your face or hands, swelling or tingling in your mouth or throat, chest tightness, trouble breathing
• Unusual bleeding, bruising, or weakness
• Warts, skin sores, or reddish bumps that do not heal
• Trouble breathing, uneven heartbeat, rapid weight gain
• Constipation, diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, stomach pain
• Headache
• Back, joint, or muscle pain
• Hair loss, redness, soreness, or loosening of the fingernails
• Thickened skin
• Dry skin, pimples