Tykerb Tablet

Product Description

Tykerb Tablet

Tykerb 250mg Tablet should be taken on an empty stomach or an hour before or 2 hours after a meal. The dose and duration vary according to the severity of your condition and your response to treatment. Take it exactly as prescribed to avoid serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to.

Mechanism of Action

Tykerb operates as a tyrosine kinase inhibitor, specifically targeting EGFR and HER2/neu receptors. This action helps to curb the proliferation of cancer cells in HER2-positive breast cancer, providing a targeted approach in combination with capecitabine for patients with advanced disease.


Dosage and Administration

The recommended dosage of Tykerb is 250 mg per tablet, administered orally. It should be taken exactly as prescribed by a healthcare professional, typically in combination with capecitabine. Patients must swallow the tablets whole and adhere to the dosing schedule for optimal results.


Safety Precautions

Before starting Tykerb, liver function monitoring is advised as the medication may cause hepatic impairment. Women of childbearing age should utilize effective contraception, as Tykerb is classified under Pregnancy Category D. Patients with known hypersensitivity to lapatinib or excipients should avoid this therapy.