Gefitinib

• Nausea can sometimes occur when you first start taking Gefitinib
  If nausea occurs, take your tablets right after a meal.
• Acne-like rash may develop
  This may improve over time even if the same dose is continued.
• Loss of appetite
• Diarrhea
• Dryness of eyes
• Tiredness and lack of energy may occur

Inform your doctor if any of the following occurs:

• Allergic reactions – rashes, swelling, breathing difficulty
• Severe diarrhea
• Unusual or persistent respiratory difficulty or wheezing, chest pain
• Any change in vision, eye pain or signs of eye infection
• Signs of infection – fever of 38 ˚C or higher, sores in the mouth and throat
• Unusual weakness or joint pain
• Yellowing of the skins or eyes

• ​Inform your doctor or pharmacist regarding any other medicines or supplements you are taking.
• Use effective birth control during treatment on Gefitinib and for 2 weeks after stopping treatment.

Avoid taking:

• Grapefruit and its juice when you are on Gefitinib.
• Antacids 2 hours before or after taking Gefitinib.