Afatinib: Precautions and Warnings

Afatinib is specifically indicated for treating certain sorts of non-small cell lung cancer that has developed to the nearby tissues or to other organs of the body. It belongs to the class of medicines known as kinase inhibitors and acts by blocking the action of a certain naturally occurring substance that helps cancer cells to multiply.

The pills of afatinib should be taken by mouth on an empty stomach at least 1 hour prior to or 2 hours following a meal.

Consume afatinib exactly as instructed. Gulped the afatinib tablets whole with the help of water. Neither crushed nor dissolved the tablets.

Precautions:

• You must ensure that the wholesaler or pharmacy you are purchasing from is genuine & licensed.
• Always choose wholesalers or pharmacies that need a genuine prescription letter. 
• It is always a good idea to check online reviews, prior to making the purchase of afatinib. 
• You should always choose an online pharmacy/wholesaler that has an experienced pharmacist.
• Do not choose a pharmacy/wholesaler that offers afatinib at cheap prices. It may be a trick to attract customers.
• Always go with the reputable pharmacies/wholesalers that hold the certification of WHO-GDP & ISO. 
• You must not provide your personal information such as credit card numbers unless you are sure the site/pharmacy/wholesaler can protect them.
• Never accept afatinib if the packaging seems damaged or puffed up.
• Never accept afatinib if it doesn't look authentic.

Warnings:

• This drug must be administered under the supervision of an experienced health professional.
• The afatinib 40 mg should be discontinued in patients who develop life-threatening bullous, exfoliating lesions or blistering.
• This medicine may be responsible for causing fetal harm if given to a pregnant woman.
• Diarrhea, including severe diarrhea, may occur during treatment with this medicine.
• Patients need to avoid products that contain lactose or any foods known to aggravate diarrhea.
• Hepatic failure has been reported while on treatment with this medicinal product.
• This medicine is used with caution in patients with a history of keratitis, ulcerative keratitis or severe dry eye.