Geftex 250 mg Tablet is indicated to the patients dealing with non-small cell lung cancer. Cancer of this type tends to spread quickly in other parts of the body. Geftex 250 mg Tablet travels through the bloodstream and effectively destroys cancerous cells of the lung and other parts of the body. Geftex 250 mg Tablet is a ' tyrosine kinase inhibitor (TKI)', that stops the uncontrolled growth and spread of cancerous cells. It acts by stopping the abnormal protein action that is responsible for the multiplication of cancerous cells. Whenever a new healthy cell is formed, it undergoes a usual process of maturity. Cancerous cells form new cells more quickly, so Geftex 250 mg Tablet targets cancerous cells and blocks the action of Tyrosine kinase enzymes (responsible for causing cancer). It also decreases the blood supply to cancer tumors to slow down the growth of the tumor. In this way, Geftex 250 mg Tablet stops the production, spread and growth of cancerous cells in the body.

FAQs

In how much time, cancer grow in the lungs?

It usually takes three to six months for most types of lung cancer to double their size. It took many years for lung cancer to reach a size that could be diagnosed in X-Ray.

What are the first sign of lung cacner?

The most common sign of lung cancer is a cough that lasts long and gets worse with time. Sometimes, a patient may notice blood in the cough. Chest pain is also a sign of lung cancer followed by coughing.

I am planning to be pregannt can i take Geftex 250 mg Tablet ?

Geftex 250 mg Tablet may affect the ability of women to have a child. Thus it is advised to tell your doctor if you have such a plan.

What should i avoid while taking Geftex 250 mg Tablet ?

It is suggested to avoid taking an antacid or stomach acid-reducing medicine within 6 hours after taking Geftex 250 mg Tablet as it may make the medicine less effective if taken simultaneously.

I am a diabetic person, can i take Geftex 250 mg Tablet ?

Geftex 250 mg Tablet is safe to be taken by a diabetic person. However, take Geftex 250 mg Tablet only after asking with a doctor as they may adjust the dosing according to the patient's condition.

Can a pregnant lady use Geftex 250 mg Tablet ?

Geftex 250 mg Tablet is restricted to use in pregnancy. A woman needs to have a negative pregnancy test before starting treatment with this medicine. It is better to use effective birth control methods to prevent pregnancy while taking this medicine or at least 6 months after taking the last dose of Geftex 250 mg Tablet .

When should I stop the treatment with Geftex 250 mg Tablet ?

Geftex 250 mg Tablet should be stopped in cases where a person faces a serious side effect that affects life quality. Otherwise, it would be best if you kept taking Geftex 250 mg Tablet until your doctor asks you to stop it.