Ibrance 125 Mg Tablets

Ibrance 125 Mg Tablet (Palbociclib)

What Is The Generic Name For Ibrance 125 Mg Tablet:

Palbociclib is the generic version for Ibrance 125 mg Tablet

Which USA Brand is Equivalent To Ibrance 125 Mg Tablet (Palbociclib):

• Ibrance

About Ibrance 125 Mg Tablet (Palbociclib)

Ibrance 125 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Palbociclib, which is used in the treatment of breast cancer. This is also used to treat patients with certain types of breast cancer (estrogen receptor-positive, human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative) which have spread to other organs. This is given together with hormonal anticancer therapies. Breast cancer is type of cancer that develops from breast tissue. Symptoms of breast cancer comprise lump in the breast, dimpling of the skin, a change in breast shape, & fluid coming from the nipple, an inverted nipple, or a red/ scaly patch of skin. This medicine is available at all the leading pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores & must be taken by doctor’s prescription only.

Manufacturer:

Pfizer Ltd. is one of the leading pharmaceutical companies which manufacture Ibrance 125 mg Tablet.  

Strength:

Ibrance 125 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Palbociclib, which is available in other substitutes also at all the leading online pharmacy, drugstores, and medical supply stores.

What Are The Uses Of The Ibrance 125 Mg Tablet (Palbociclib):

Ibrance 125 mg Tablet is used in the treatment in the following conditions:

• Breast Cancer

How Ibrance 125 Mg Tablet (Palbociclib) Works:

Ibrance 125 mg Tablet has an active ingredient; Palbociclib is an anticancer medication that works by interfering with a kinase, a type of protein in the body that helps control cell division. This stops cancer cells from dividing & growing.

Before You Use Ibrance 125 Mg Tablet (Palbociclib):

Make sure that:

• You are not allergic to Palbociclib
• You are not having any serious Disease
• Your doctor must be informed about your health history like your pre-existing disease, surgeries & Medications, Supplements, Food Habits, lifestyle, etc.

What Should You Avoid While Taking Ibrance 125 Mg Tablet (Palbociclib):

• You should avoid taking alcohol  
• You should avoid driving
• You should avoid taking Medicines without prescriptions

When Not To Use Ibrance 125 Mg Tablet (Palbociclib):

You should not take Ibrance 125 mg Tablet if you:

• Have ever noticed any Allergy/Hypersensitivity
• Have you have liver problems
• Have infections
• Have Neutropenia
• Have Lung disorder
• Have Kidney disease
• Are Pregnant/Conceiving/Breastfeeding

Tell Your Doctor If You:  

• Have Allergy to the Tablet
• Are taking Alcohol or Other Drugs
• Have Liver/ Kidney disease
• Are Pregnant or Trying to Conceive
• Are Breastfeeding

Dosage:

Ibrance 125 mg Tablet contains an active ingredient, Palbociclib, which is used in the treatment of breast cancer. This medicine is available in different strengths and substitutes & must be purchased or given on doctor’s prescription only. You should consult your doctor for dosage and time because age and severity of the disease differ from person to person and it can only be judged by your doctor.

Adults are advised to take Ibrance 125 mg Tablet at a fixed time with food as instructed by your Doctor. You must take Ibrance 125 mg Tablet regularly on time for better results.

How Much Of The Ibrance 125 Mg Tablet (Palbociclib) to Be Used:

As Ibrance 125 mg Tablet is available in various strengths and substitutes, Patients are always advised to follow their doctor’s prescriptions and instructions to take Ibrance 125 mg Tablet. Do not take the Tablet on your own & for longer time than recommended by doctor.

How To Take The Ibrance 125 Mg Tablet (Palbociclib):

Take Ibrance 125 mg Tablet in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow the tablet as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break the tablet. Ibrance 125 mg Tablet is to be taken with food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

For How Long Should You Continue Using Ibrance 125 Mg Tablet (Palbociclib):

You are always advised to take Ibrance 125 mg Tablet as prescribed. Do not start/stop using this medicine yourself. Follow all the instructions given by your doctor. Do not take the Tablet in larger or smaller amount or for longer period than suggested by your doctor.

Overdose:

Patient must seek emergency medical attention and/or contact doctor immediately in case of any overdose symptoms. Symptoms like dizziness, tremor, confusion & sweating after taking the dose should be reported immediately. Emergency medical treatment will be initiated by your doctor if they are suspecting overdose symptoms.

Missed Dose:

The missed dosage of the drug must be taken by you as soon as possible. It is appropriate to skip the missed dosage of the drug if it is already time for your next scheduled dosage. You must not take double dosage of the drug to make up for the missed dosage.

What Are The Side Effects Of The Ibrance 125 Mg Tablet (Palbociclib):

• Fatigue
• Hair loss
• Rash
• Vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Nausea
• Decreased appetite
• Infection
• Hair loss or thinning of the hair
• Lack or loss of strength
• Decrease in white blood cells and platelets
• Anemia
• Chills and fever

What Are The Common Drug Interactions:

Few medicines have been reported to interact with Ibrance 125 mg Tablet. This interaction may produce some unwanted or adverse effects and/or cause your drug not to work properly. You must always discuss with your doctor if you are taking other medication/ Supplements so that well planned medication can be given. It interacts with the following medicines:

• Phenobarbital
• Live attenuated vaccines and related products
• Fentanyl
• Adalimumab
• Carbamazepine
• Clarithromycin

It can also interact with following disease condition:

• Allergy
• Infections
• Liver disorder
• Lung disorder
• Kidney disorder
• Grapefruit may significantly increase the blood levels of this medicine, so this may cause severe side effects such as nausea, diarrhea, loss of appetite, vomiting, mouth sores, hair loss, weakness, pain, numbness, etc. Hence, consumption of grapefruit is not recommended during treatment with this medicine.

Warning And Precaution:

Ibrance 125 mg Tablet can worsen the conditions like:

• Allergy
• Liver/kidney disease
• You must perform blood count, heart/kidney/liver function tests before therapy
• You should not drive or operate machinery while taking this medicine as it may cause nausea and vomiting
• Always consult with your doctor immediately to get best possible treatment when you are suffering from any of the above mentioned conditions.

Things To Remember:

• Keep the Ibrance 125 mg Tablet out of reach and sight of the children
• This medicine is strictly not prescribed for use in children and adolescents
• You must always read the information precisely written on the leaflet/ insert of the medicine
• Always consult your physician if you have any doubt in case of the dosage, time & strength of the medicine.

Indications:

Ibrance 125 mg Tablet should be taken for cancer treatment. Do not take this medicine for a longer period than suggested by the Doctor.

Storage:

Store the Ibrance 125 mg Tablet at room temperature in a dark and dry place. Make sure the Tablets are intact and not damaged or broken while purchasing or storing.