Pivikto 200mg Strip Of 14 Tablets
By SANDOZ PRIVATE LIMITED
14 Tablet(s) in Strip
₹28900.00
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Description
Pivikto tablet contains an anticancer medicine alpelisib. It is a PI3K inhibitor used to treat breast cancer in patients who are HR-positive, HER2 negative, diagnosed with PIK3CA-mutated, advanced or metastatic breast cancer. It is given in conjunction with another medication known as fulvestrant and is appropriate for both postmenopausal women and men. Before the treatment, your doctor may give you medication to prevent nausea and vomiting. During treatment and for one week after the last dose, women should use an effective form of birth control. Male patients with female partners should use effective birth control during treatment as well as for one week after the last dose. If you have kidney disease, lung disease or breathing problems, or diabetes, tell your doctor. Do not breastfeed while taking this medication or for 1 week after the last dose.
Product Summary
| Offer Price | ₹28900.00 |
| You Save | ₹5100.00 (15% on MRP) |
| Contains | Alpelisib(200.0 Mg) |
| Uses | Advanced or metastatic breast cancer |
| Side effects | Nausea Vomiting Decreased appetite Diarrhoea or colitis Abdominal pain Rash |
| Therapy | ANTI-NEOPLASTIC |
Uses
- Advanced or metastatic breast cancer
Contraindications
- Allergy to any of the components
- Pregnancy
- Breastfeeding
Side effects
- Nausea
- Vomiting
- Decreased appetite
- Diarrhoea or colitis
- Abdominal pain
- Rash
- Tiredness or weakness
- Weight loss
- Mouth sores
- Hair loss
- Changes in blood test results
Precautions and Warnings
Pregnancy
Q:
Can I take Pivikto tablet during pregnancy?
A:
Pivikto tablet is not recommended during pregnancy and in women of childbearing potential not using contraception.
Breast Feeding
Q:
Can I take Pivikto tablet during Breastfeeding?
A:
Patients receiving Pivikto tablet should not breastfeed.
Driving
Q:
Can I drive if I have consumed Pivikto tablet?
A:
Pivikto tablet may have a minor impact on your ability to drive and operate machinery. Patients should exercise caution when driving or operating machinery if they experience fatigue or blurred vision while taking Pivikto tablet.
Alcohol
Q:
Can I consume alcohol with Pivikto tablet?
A:
No information is available on the interactions between Pivikto tablet and alcohol.
Other General Warnings
Talk to your doctor if
- You are allergic to any of the ingredients
- You have a history of diabetes
- You had or have a skin rash, blisters, redness
- You are pregnant or plan to become pregnant, as it may cause harm to an unborn baby.
- You are taking any other medications, including prescription, over-the-counter, or herbal supplements, as they may affect each other, causing side effects
- Use effective birth control during the treatment and till 1 week after the last dose.
- Do not breastfeed during the treatment and till 1 week after the last dose
Directions for Use
- Take Pivikto tablet as prescribed by your doctor
- Do not stop medication or modify dosage by yourself
- Report any side effects to your doctor immediately
- Swallow the tablets whole. Do not chew, crush, dissolve, or divide the tablets
- You can take the tablets with or without food
Storage and disposal
- Store at 20-25°C
- Store in the original packaging to protect from moisture and away from sunlight
- Ensure that it is out of sight and reach of minors
- Do not use the tablets after the expiry date
Dosage
Overdose
In the event of an overdose, report to your doctor immediately.
Missed a Dose
Report to your doctor immediately. Do not take extra doses to compensate for missed doses.
Mode of Action
How Does It Work?
Alpelisib selectively inhibits the activity of PI3K enzyme involved in various biological processes, including proliferation, survival, differentiation, and metabolism. Alpelisib targets this enzyme that appears to be mutated, leading to hyperactivation and cancer cell growth. Thus, Alpelisib results in the inhibition of the growth and survival of cancer cells....
Interactions
Interactions with other medicines
Pivikto tablet may interact with other medicinal products hence please share complete information with your doctor of all the medicines you are taking.
Content Details
WRITTEN BY
Dr. Nikita Toshi
BDS (Bachelor of Dental Surgery), WHO FIDES member
REVIEWED BY
Dr. Ritu Budania
MBBS, MD (Pharmacology)
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q: What is the use of Pivikto tablet?
A: Pivikto tablet is prescribed for the treatment of specific forms of breast cancer. These include hormone receptor (HR)-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2 (HER2)-negative breast cancer that has spread to other organs, as well as breast cancer with a specific genetic mutation called PIK3CA mutation.
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Product Details
Brand
PIVIKTO
Country of Origin
Switzerland
Expires on or After
23/09/2025
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