Sutent 12.5Mg Bottle Of 7 Capsules

• Treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC)
• Treatment of gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST)
• Treatment of progressive, well-differentiated pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (pNET)

• If you have a known hypersensitivity or severe allergic reaction to sunitinib or any of the inactive ingredients in the capsule formulation.
• Pregnancy and breastfeeding require special precautions and should be discussed with your doctor.

• Fatigue and weakness
• Diarrhea, nausea, vomiting, indigestion, and mouth sores
• High blood pressure
• Skin discoloration and hair color changes
• Hand-foot syndrome, which may cause redness, pain, swelling, or blisters on the palms and soles
• Decreased appetite and weight loss
• Low white blood cell, red blood cell, or platelet counts

• Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland)
• Taste disturbances
• Dizziness, headache, and dry skin
• Muscle and joint pain
• Nosebleeds

• Severe high blood pressure: Severe hypertension or a sudden rise in blood pressure may require urgent medical attention.
• Heart problems: Heart failure, reduced heart function, or abnormal heart rhythms may occur.
• Severe bleeding: Serious bleeding, including gastrointestinal bleeding or bleeding in the brain, may occur.
• Liver injury: Severe liver injury or liver failure may occur.
• Heart rhythm changes: Sunitinib may prolong the QT interval and, rarely, cause serious abnormal heart rhythms.
• Gastrointestinal complications: Rarely, gastrointestinal perforation or fistula may occur.

Other General Warnings

• You experience a sudden increase in blood pressure, severe headache, or chest pain.
• You develop shortness of breath, swelling in your ankles, or irregular heartbeats.
• You develop signs of bleeding, such as black, tarry stools, blood in your urine, or coughing up blood.
• You experience severe abdominal pain, persistent vomiting, or signs of an infection.

• Take Sutent capsule orally exactly as prescribed by your doctor,
• Swallow the capsules whole with a glass of water; do not crush, chew, or open them.
• Continue treatment exactly as prescribed and do not alter your dose without consulting your doctor.
• Keep all scheduled appointments for clinical check-ups, blood pressure monitoring, and laboratory blood tests.

• Store the capsules at room temperature (below 30°C) in their original container, protected from moisture and direct light.
• Keep out of the reach of children and pets
• Do not keep expired or unwanted capsules; return unused medicine to your pharmacist for safe disposal.

• Monitor your blood pressure regularly at home and keep a log to share with your healthcare team during every visit.
• Report redness, pain, swelling, or blistering of the palms or soles promptly.
• Watch for unusual bleeding, severe bruising, or signs of liver problems (like yellowing of the skin or eyes) and seek prompt medical care.
• Keep all scheduled thyroid function tests and heart monitoring appointments (such as ECGs or echocardiograms).
• Tell all your healthcare providers you are taking this medication before any other medical procedures or dental work.

Missed a Dose

Overdose

• If you think you have taken more Sutent capsule than prescribed, contact your doctor or seek emergency medical attention.
• Excessive doses may increase the risk of severe side effects, including high blood pressure, blood-count abnormalities, and gastrointestinal symptoms.
• Treatment is supportive and based on your symptoms.

Interactions with other medicines

• Ketoconazole, clarithromycin, and ritonavir may increase the amount of sunitinib in your body and increase the risk of side effects.
• Rifampicin, carbamazepine, and St. John’s wort may reduce the amount of sunitinib in your body and make it less effective.
• Inform your doctor about all prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, and herbal supplements you are taking, especially blood pressure medications, anticoagulants, or drugs affecting heart rhythm.

Interactions with food items

• Sutent capsule can generally be taken with or without food.
• Avoid grapefruit and grapefruit juice unless your doctor advises otherwise, as they may affect sunitinib levels.
• Maintain adequate fluid intake and follow your doctor's dietary advice.