Afinitor 5 mg Tablet belongs to the group of medicine called ‘anti-cancer’. It is primarily used to treat breast cancer, pancreatic cancer, lung cancer and kidney cancer. Breast cancer is a type of cancer that develops in breast cells stimulated by the female sex hormone known as estrogen. Pancreatic cancer is described as a cancerous growth in the pancreas which normally begins in the cells that generate the juices that help break down food and the hormones which help in controlling blood sugar levels. Lung cancer is the uncontrolled growth of abnormal cells in one or both lungs. 

Afinitor 5 mg Tablet contains 'Everolimus' which belongs to the group of medicines known as 'kinase inhibitors'. It works by decreases the activity of the immune system of the body and prevents rejection of the transplanted organ. It works by stopping the action of an abnormal protein that causes the multiplication of cancerous cells. In this way, it stops the spread of cancerous cells.

Take Afinitor 5 mg Tablet as prescribed by your doctor. You are advised to take Afinitor 5 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you depending on your medical conditions. You may experience weakness, infection, sinus inflammation, cough, diarrhea, fever, fatigue, otitis media (infection of the ear), stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth) and upper respiratory tract infection. Most of these side effects of Afinitor 5 mg Tablet do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects persist or worsen, please consult your doctor.

To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Afinitor 5 mg Tablet for as long as your doctor has prescribed. If you are known to be allergic to Afinitor 5 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Do not take Afinitor 5 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as Afinitor 5 mg Tablet may harm the unborn baby. Afinitor 5 mg Tablet should not be taken by breastfeeding mothers as it may cause harm to the newborn baby. Afinitor 5 mg Tablet causes tiredness, thus, it is advisable not to drive unless you are alert. Elderly people are more sensitive to medicine so they may adjust the dosage according to their condition.

Afinitor 5 mg Tablet is indicated to the patients dealing with breast cancer, pancreatic cancer, lung cancer, kidney cancer and stomach/ intestinal cancer. Cancer of this type tends to spread quickly in other parts of the body. Afinitor 5 mg Tablet travels through the bloodstream and effectively destroys cancerous cells and other parts of the body. It works by decreases the activity of the immune system of the body and prevents rejection of the transplanted organ. It works by stopping the action of an abnormal protein that causes the multiplication of cancerous cells. In this way, it stops the spread of cancerous cells. Besides this, it is also effective in people with genetic disorders to treat some types of tumors in the brain or kidney.

If you are known to be allergic to Afinitor 5 mg Tablet or any other medicines, please tell your doctor. Afinitor 5 mg Tablet should not be taken in the conditions like liver disease, diabetes and high level of cholesterol. Do not take Afinitor 5 mg Tablet if you have recent surgery, infection and hepatitis B. Afinitor 5 mg Tablet may weaken your immune system, inform your doctor before taking Afinitor 5 mg Tablet . Afinitor 5 mg Tablet may also impair your kidney function. Therefore, monitor your kidney function regularly while taking Afinitor 5 mg Tablet . Afinitor 5 mg Tablet may cause cough, fever and shortness of breathing, thereby inform your doctor while taking your Afinitor 5 mg Tablet . Afinitor 5 mg Tablet may cause skin cancer, if you observe night sweating, weight loss, or change in color and size of the mole inform your doctor. Do not take Afinitor 5 mg Tablet if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy as Afinitor 5 mg Tablet may harm the unborn baby. Afinitor 5 mg Tablet should not be taken by breastfeeding mothers as it may cause harm to the newborn baby. Afinitor 5 mg Tablet causes tiredness, thus, it is advisable not to drive unless you are alert. Elderly people are more sensitive to medicine so they may adjust the dosage according to their condition.

• Afinitor 5 mg Tablet should be taken under strict medical supervision. The doctor will regularly monitor your condition while taking Afinitor 5 mg Tablet .
• Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without a doctor's advice.
• Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines.