What is Sunitinib malate used for?
Sunitinib malate is a targeted protein kinase inhibitor that helps to stop the growth of tumors or shrink Cancer cells. Sunitinib palate can be purchase at Drugstore Nigeria, an online pharmacy store in Lagos
Is sunitinib Malate a chemotherapy?
Sunitinib malate is used to treat certain types of cancer, but it is considered a targeted treatment, rather than a traditional chemotherapy drug.
How does Sunitinib Malate work?
Sunitinib malate works by inhibiting receptors that exist on the surface of some cells called receptor tyrosine kinases (RTKs).
It is a type of targeted drug called a protein kinase inhibitor. Protein kinase is a chemical messenger that plays a part in the growth of cancer cells. It blocks the protein kinase thereby stopping the growth of a tumour or shrinking it down.
Sunitinib Malate Dosage
Take Sunitinib exactly as prescribed by the physician.
Sunitinib Malate is usually taken once a day for 4 weeks (28 days) followed by a 2-week break before beginning the next dosing cycle and it is repeated every 6 weeks for as long as recommended by your doctor.
What are the side effects of Sunitinib Malate?
Side effects of Sunitinib malate includes;
- Bleeding gums.
- Bloating or swelling of the face, arms, hands, fingers, lower legs, or feet, chest pain.
- Coughing up blood.
- Cracked lips.
- Decreased urine output and frequency.
- Difficulty swallowing.
- Dilated neck veins.
How long does it take Sunitinib Malate to start working?
Sunitinib is a cancer medication that is taken as an oral capsule. It reaches peak blood levels within 6 to 12 hours, which is when it starts to have its effect of reducing cancer growth and spread.
When is the best time to take Sunitinib Malate?
Patients found they felt better taking it with lunch. Sunitinib palate can be taken with or without a meal.
Where to buy Sunitinib Malate
Buy Sunitinib Malate at Drugstore.ng, an online pharmacy store in Lagos.
