Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Afzanna 40mg Tablet is to be taken on an empty stomach.

- Alcohol : SAFE

Consuming alcohol with Afzanna 40mg Tablet does not usually cause any harmful side effects. | - Pregnancy : UNSAFE

Afzanna 40mg Tablet is highly unsafe during pregnancy. It can cause serious harm to the unborn baby, including birth defects and pregnancy loss. Do not use this medicine if you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant. | - Breast feeding : UNSAFE

Afzanna 40mg Tablet is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby. | - Driving : UNSAFE

Afzanna 40mg Tablet may cause temporary visual disturbances. Do not drive until your vision is clear. | - Kidney : CAUTION

Afzanna 40mg Tablet should be used with caution in patients with severe kidney disease. Dose adjustment may be needed. | - Liver : SAFE IF PRESCRIBED

Afzanna 40mg Tablet is probably safe to use in patients with liver disease. Limited data suggest dose adjustment may not be needed.

If you miss a dose of Afzanna 40mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

Is Afzanna 40mg Tablet an immunotherapy or chemotherapy?::: Afzanna 40mg Tablet is neither an immunotherapy nor a conventional chemotherapy. It belongs to kinase inhibitors class of anti-cancer medicines. It works by blocking a group of proteins. These proteins are known to be involved in the growth and spread of cancer cells. By blocking the activity of these proteins, Afzanna 40mg Tablet stops the cancer cells from growing and multiplying.| How long does it take for Afzanna 40mg Tablet to work?::: The peak levels of Afzanna 40mg Tablet are reached 2-5 hours after taking it. However, it may take weeks or months to see a noticeable change in the progression of cancer. The symptoms may improve visibly, but the effectiveness of Afzanna 40mg Tablet can be confirmed only after determining certain parameters.| How should I take Afzanna 40mg Tablet?::: Afzanna 40mg Tablet is taken by mouth without food, at least 1 hour before or 3 hours after meals. Swallow the complete tablet with water without crushing or breaking it. Take this medicine once daily at about the same time each day. This will make it easier to remember to take this medicine. If you have difficulty in swallowing the tablet, dissolve it in a glass of water. Do not use any other liquid instead of water. Drop the tablet into the water without crushing it and stir occasionally for up to 15 minutes until the tablet is broken up into very small particles. Drink the liquid straight away. Then refill the glass with water and drink it to make sure all medicine is taken.| Does Afzanna 40mg Tablet have any effect on fertility?::: Afzanna 40mg Tablet may decrease fertility in both men and women Therefore, if you have any concerns regarding fertility, talk to your doctor who might suggest sperm or egg preservation before starting treatment.| Can Afzanna 40mg Tablet be given along with chemotherapy?::: There are no supporting studies to suggest that Afzanna 40mg Tablet can be used along with other chemotherapy medicines. Afzanna 40mg Tablet is used to treat specific type of lung cancer when the prior chemotherapy has been insufficient.| Can Afzanna 40mg Tablet cure lung cancer?::: No, Afzanna 40mg Tablet cannot cure lung cancer, but it prolongs the survival of the patient. It may also reduce the size of the tumor.| What should I avoid while taking Afzanna 40mg Tablet?::: You should avoid sun exposure as Afzanna 40mg Tablet can make your skin sensitive to the sun. You may get a severe sunburn or may develop rash or acne or it may get worsened. Therefore, use sunscreen and wear a hat before moving out in the sun. Wear clothes that cover your skin if you have to go out in the sun.| Can I do something if I get diarrhea due to Afzanna 40mg Tablet?::: Diarrhea is a very common side effect of Afzanna 40mg Tablet. Severe diarrhea can cause excessive loss of body fluids (dehydration) and kidney problems that can sometimes lead to death. Start drinking plenty of fluids at the first signs of diarrhea and contact your doctor immediately. The doctor will start the appropriate antidiarrheal treatment (e.g. loperamide) as soon as possible. The doctor may also reduce your dose or discontinue the therapy if you develop severe diarrhea.

Afzanna 40mg Tablet is an anti-cancer medication. It works by binding and inhibiting the enzyme receptors (EGFR, HER2, and HER4) that are responsible for the growth of cancer cells. Hence, resulting in the downregulation of signaling pathways. This is how it to stop or slow the spread of cancer.

-Amiodarone (Oral Route): Moderate

If concurrent use is essential, ensure a gap of at least 12 hours between taking Afatinib dimaleate and Amiodarone. Watch out for symptoms of Afatinib dimaleate side effects such as headache, fatigue, nausea, drowsiness, weight gain, acne or muscle pain and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Afatinib dimaleate accordingly. Amiodarone may raise blood levels of Afatinib dimaleate.

| -Amiodarone (Injection Route): Moderate

If concurrent use is essential, ensure a gap of at least 12 hours between taking Afatinib dimaleate and Amiodarone. Watch out for symptoms of Afatinib dimaleate side effects such as headache, fatigue, nausea, drowsiness, weight gain, acne or muscle pain and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Afatinib dimaleate accordingly. Amiodarone may raise blood levels of Afatinib dimaleate.

| -Azithromycin (Oral Route): Moderate

If concurrent use is essential, ensure a gap of at least 12 hours between taking Afatinib dimaleate and Azithromycin. Watch out for symptoms of Afatinib dimaleate side effects such as headache, fatigue, nausea, drowsiness, weight gain, acne or muscle pain and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Afatinib dimaleate accordingly. Azithromycin may raise blood levels of Afatinib dimaleate.

| -Azithromycin (Injection Route): Moderate

If concurrent use is essential, ensure a gap of at least 12 hours between taking Afatinib dimaleate and Azithromycin. Watch out for symptoms of Afatinib dimaleate side effects such as headache, fatigue, nausea, drowsiness, weight gain, acne or muscle pain and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Afatinib dimaleate accordingly. Azithromycin may raise blood levels of Afatinib dimaleate.

| -Azithromycin (Oral Route): Moderate

If concurrent use is essential, ensure a gap of at least 12 hours between taking Afatinib dimaleate and Azithromycin. Watch out for symptoms of Afatinib dimaleate side effects such as headache, fatigue, nausea, drowsiness, weight gain, acne or muscle pain and consult your doctor if you experience them. They may adjust the dose of Afatinib dimaleate accordingly. Azithromycin may raise blood levels of Afatinib dimaleate.

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