Lanib 250mg Tablet

Uses

Lapatinib is used together with another medication (capecitabine) to treat a certain type of breast cancer (HER2-positive) that has not responded to the standard treatment. Lapatinib may also be used together with another medication (letrozole) to treat HER2-positive breast cancerin women after menopause. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of cancer cells.

• Read the Patient Information Leaflet provided by your pharmacist before you start using lapatinib and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.
• Take this medication by mouth 1 hour before or 1 hour after a meal, usually once daily or as directed by your doctor. It is important that you do not take this medication more than once daily.
• The dosage is based on your medical condition, response to treatment, and certain other drugs you may be taking.
• Do not increase your dose or take this medication more often than prescribed. Your condition will not improve any faster, and the risk of serious side effects may be increased.

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