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Usage
-Sorafenib is provided in tablet form for oral administration. Typically, it is taken twice daily on an empty stomach, either an hour before or two hours after a meal. Maintain a consistent schedule by taking Sorafenib at approximately the same times each day. Carefully follow the instructions on your prescription label, and seek clarification from your doctor or pharmacist regarding any uncertainties. Adhere to your doctor's prescribed dosage and swallow the tablets whole with water; avoid splitting, chewing, or crushing them. If you encounter side effects, your doctor may adjust your Sorafenib dosage or recommend a temporary discontinuation. It is essential to communicate your well-being to your doctor throughout your Sorafenib treatment. Even if you feel well, continue taking Sorafenib as directed, and do not discontinue it without consulting your doctor. Sorafenib is exclusively available through mail-order specialty pharmacies, and your doctor can address any inquiries regarding medication delivery. For more detailed information, request a copy of the manufacturer's patient information from your pharmacist or doctor
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| Side Effects |
Side Effects
Sorafenib may lead to side effects. If you experience any of the following symptoms, inform your doctor, especially if they are severe or persistent:
• Fatigue
• Weakness
• Skin redness
• Hair loss
• Itching
• Dry or peeling skin
• Loss of appetite
• Constipation
• Diarrhea
• Dry mouth
• Weight loss
• Joint pain
• Tingling, discomfort, or numbness in the hands or feet
• Headache
Certain side effects require immediate medical attention:
• Unusual bruising or bleeding
• Black or tarry stools
• Blood in stools
• Vomit containing blood or resembling coffee grounds
• Fever
• Severe stomach pain
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Chest pain
• Shortness of breath
• Dizziness or fainting
• Excessive sweating
• Rapid, pounding, or irregular heartbeat
• Sudden severe headache
• Confusion
• Changes in vision
• Seizures
• Rash
• Redness, pain, swelling, or blisters on the palms of hands or soles of feet
• Mouth sores
• Dark urine
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes
• Upper right abdominal pain
Should you experience any unusual problems while taking Sorafenib, contact your doctor.
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| Storage |
Storage
Store this medication in its original container, securely sealed, and out of the reach of children. Keep it at room temperature, away from excessive heat and moisture (avoid bathroom storage). To dispose of unneeded medication safely, utilize medicine take-back programs or consult your pharmacist or local garbage/recycling department for guidance. Ensure that all medications, including those in containers like weekly pill organizers, eye drops, creams, patches, and inhalers, are kept out of sight and reach of children. Always secure safety caps and place medication in a secure, elevated location away from children's access.
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| Special Precautions |
Special Precautions
Before initiating sorafenib treatment, inform your doctor and pharmacist about any allergies to sorafenib, other medications, or ingredients in sorafenib tablets. Request a list of these ingredients from your pharmacist.
Additionally, disclose the following to your healthcare provider:
1. If you are undergoing treatment for lung cancer with carboplatin (Paraplatin) and paclitaxel (Abraxane, Onxol, Taxol) or gemcitabine (Gemzar) and cisplatin (Platinol), your doctor may advise against taking sorafenib.
2. Provide a comprehensive list of prescription and nonprescription medications, vitamins, and dietary supplements you are currently taking or planning to take. Mention medications like amiodarone (Cordarone, Pacerone), anticoagulants (blood thinners) such as warfarin (Coumadin, Jantoven), carbamazepine (Equetro, Tegretol), dexamethasone, dofetilide (Tikosyn), dronedarone (Multaq), ibutilide (Corvert), irinotecan (Camptosar), neomycin, phenobarbital, phenytoin (Dilantin, Phenytek), procainamide (Procanbid, Pronestyl), quinidine, rifabutin (Mycobutin), or rifampin (Rifadin, Rimactane). Your doctor may need to adjust medication doses or monitor you closely for side effects.
3. Inform your doctor of any herbal products you are using, especially St. John's wort.
4. Disclose any history of high blood pressure, bleeding disorders, chest pain, heart issues, kidney problems unrelated to kidney cancer, or liver disease.
5. Sorafenib may affect fertility in both men and women. If you are pregnant, planning to conceive, or within two weeks after treatment, you should not become pregnant. Employ a reliable method of birth control throughout your treatment and for two weeks post-sorafenib. Discuss appropriate birth control choices with your physician. In case of pregnancy during sorafenib treatment, contact your doctor immediately.
6. If you are breastfeeding or intend to do so, refrain from breastfeeding while using sorafenib.
7. Before undergoing any surgical procedure, including dental surgery, inform the healthcare provider or dentist about your sorafenib treatment.
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