Description
Ibrunat (Ibrutinib 140mg)contains the Drug/Molecule called “Ibrutinib”. Ibrunat is a small molecule drug that is used to bind permanently to a protein called “Bruton’s tyrosine kinase (BTK)” which is important in B cells. Ibrunat 140 mg UsesIbrunat is kind of a medicine which is prescribed for treating adult patients who has the following types of blood cancers: Mantle cell lymphoma Waldenstrom’s macroglobulinemia Chronic Graft Versus Host Disease Chronic lymphocytic leukemia and Marginal zone lymphoma (MZL) Small Lymphocytic Lymphoma How Ibrunat Ibrutinib 140 mg Capsule Works Ibrutinib which is the active ingredient in Ibrunat 140 mg capsules, works in a manner that it blocks the activity of a specific protein called “Bruton’s tyrosine kinase”, or BTK. Bruton’s tyrosine kinase is a protein that is found in your B cells and it sends “signals” to the other parts of the body that help B cells to survive and multiply. But these generic ibrunat capsules block BTK & help in killing and reducing the number of cancerous B-cells. Therefore, this stops or slows the progression of cancer. How to Take Ibrunat CapsuleIt is prescribed to take Ibrunat 140 mg once in a day at about the same time every day. The dosage and duration of treatment depends on the type of blood cancer, the age of the patient, and on how severe the condition of the patient. Moreover, it also depends on “how the patient’s body reacts to the first dose.” The Natco Ibrunat Capsules should be taken orally with a glass of water. Please remember to not to open, crush, or chew the capsules. Side Effects of Ibrunat CapsulesIbrunat can cause side effects like: Bleeding Leukostasis Infections Decrease the blood cell counts Heart problems or Liver problems. There are chances of occurring the new cancers in people taking Ibrunat, including skin cancer & other cancers. The most common side effects may include: Pneumonia Upper respiratory tract infection Diarrhea Feeling very tired nausea headache swollen hands ankles or feet being short of breath dizziness fainting constipation and infected nose. Interactions with other drugs Some antiplatelet drugs like “Clopidogrel”, “NSAIDs like Ibuprofen / Naproxen”, “Blood thinners like Warfarin / Dabigatran” can cause bleeding / bruising with Ibrunat capsules. The drug called aspirin can increase the risk of bleeding if it is used with Ibrunat Ibrutinib. And lastly, the azole antifungals drugs such as “Itraconazole”, “Ketoconazole” can affect the removal of Ibrunat from body. Overdose You shouldn’t take more than prescribed dose. The patients who have received doses higher than the recommended quantity should be carefully monitored. And most importantly, don’t ever take extra dose for the missed dose. Precaution The patients taking ibrunat shouldn’t take it with grapefruit or Seville oranges. Which includes eating these fruits, drinking the juice, or taking the supplements that mat contain these fruits. It is prescribed not to take these fruits because these can increase the amount of Ibrunat in blood
Strength | 140 mg |
Pack Size | 30 Capsule |
Brand | Ibrunat |
Packaging Type | Box |
Composition | Not specified |
Form | Not specified |
Shelf Life | Not specified |
Usages | Not specified |
Country of Origin | Not specified |