Vorinostat
General English name: Vorinostat
Brand: Zolinza
Application: Cancer (skin T cell lymphoma)
Forms of Verinostat
Verinostat drug information
The correct amount and method of taking Vorinostat
Contraindications Verinostat
Verinostat during pregnancy and lactation
The effect of Vorinostat on driving
Drug Interaction Vernostat
Warning about taking Vorinostat
Side effects of Verinostat
Side effects of Vorinostat overdose (Verinostat poisoning)
Storage conditions of Vorinostat
Forms of Verinostat
Capsule
Verinostat drug information
Verinostat is used to treat a type of cancer (called skin T-cell lymphoma (CTCL)). Vernostat is a chemotherapy drug used to reduce or stop the growth of cancer cells.
The correct amount and method of taking Vorinostat
- Read the package leaflet carefully before starting treatment with this medicine. This brochure will help you to get information about the drug and its possible side effects.
- The dose and amount of Vorinostat varies from person to person; Use the medicine exactly as your doctor advised.
- Swallow the capsule of this medicine with a lot of water and never chew it or break the capsule, because the contents should not touch your skin or eyes.
- The dose of Vorinostat and the course of treatment with this drug depends on the patient's weight and its effectiveness for the patient.
Contraindications Verinostat
Note the expiration date of Verinostat and do not take the medicine if it has expired.
Never give Vorinostat to another person, even if you have the same symptoms.
Check for drug interactions with Verinostat, and if you are taking a drug that interacts with this drug, talk to your doctor about using your medications.
Verinostat during pregnancy and lactation
During pregnancy and lactation, you should not use the drug arbitrarily and without consulting your doctor. Verinostat is contraindicated during pregnancy and lactation. If you are pregnant, you should be careful not to inhale even the powder inside the capsule.
The effect of Vorinostat on driving
Verinostat can cause symptoms such as dizziness and fatigue, so avoid driving as long as you have these symptoms.
Drug Interaction Vernostat
Drug interactions may alter drug performance and increase the risk of serious side effects. Make a list of all the medicines (including prescription / over-the-counter and herbal medicines) you use and share them with your doctor and pharmacist. Do not change the dose of your medicine without consulting your doctor or stop taking the medicine.
Verinostat may interact with the following medications: Blood thinners (such as warfarin), valproic acid.
Warning about taking Vorinostat
Some medications may not be prescribed under certain conditions, and some medications may be prescribed if additional treatment is needed; Therefore, it is best for your doctor to be aware of the following before taking Verinostat:
- If you are pregnant, planning to have a baby, or if you are breast-feeding.
- If you have liver problems.
- If you have a blood clot problem.
- If your blood potassium or magnesium levels are low.
- If you consume alcohol or marijuana.
- If you are taking certain medications. These medicines include all the medicines available, whether you are prescribed them or taking them without a doctor's prescription, such as herbal medicines and complementary medicines.
- If you have a history of an allergic reaction to a drug.
Side effects of Verinostat
All medications can cause side effects. But many consumers also do not experience any side effects. Some side effects may occur if you take more than the dose of this medicine. If any of these side effects occur, your doctor should be informed:
Unusual fatigue
Headache
Vertigo
Cough
nausea
Vomit
Loss of appetite
Weight Loss
Dry mouth
Change in taste
hair loss
Hyperglycemia
Muscle weakness and pain, anemia, bleeding, gastrointestinal bleeding, symptoms of infection (such as fever, chills, cough, persistent sore throat), shortness of breath, stomach and abdominal pain, dark urine, black stools: See your doctor if you have any of these symptoms. .
Consult your doctor if you have any other symptoms that you feel are due to the use of Vorinostat capsules.
Side effects of Vorinostat overdose (Verinostat poisoning)
Do not take more than the dose prescribed by your doctor.
If you feel that someone has been poisoned and you have symptoms such as shortness of breath, fainting and weakness (fainting), call the emergency room immediately.
Storage conditions of Vorinostat
Keep the medicine out of the reach of children.
Store the medicine in a cool, dry place away from heat and direct sunlight.