Alectinib, (Alecinix) works for treating anaplastic lymphoma kinase (ALK)-positive locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer. It’s a doctor prescription (Alecensa/ Alectinib) medicine.

Beacon Pharma Ltd of Bangladesh mfg Alecinix.

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Swallow it as a whole. Do not chew, crush or break it. Alecinix capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Suggestion:

Any advice on the use of the drug is for reference only. Please consult with doctor for medical advice.

Genuine medicine is important for treatment. So, always try to source genuine medicines from authentic sources and check the quality of medicines.

Side Effect:
The most common side effects of Alectinib are:

vomiting, diarrhea, swelling ankles/feet/hands, back pain,Tiredness, constipation, nausea, headache, weight gain. Tell your doctor or pharmacist right away if any of these side effects persist or worsen.

Remember that your doctor has prescribed this medication because your doctor has judged that the benefit to you is greater than the risk of side effects. Many people using this medication do not have serious side effects.

Tell your doctor right away if you have any serious side effects, including: signs of liver problems (such as nausea/vomiting that doesn’t stop, loss of appetite, stomach/abdominal pain, yellowing eyes/skin, dark urine), slow heartbeat, dizziness, lightheadedness, fainting, unexplained muscle pain/tenderness/weakness, signs of kidney problems (such as change in the amount of urine).

This is not a complete list of possible side effects. Contact your doctor or pharmacist if you have any other side effects not listed above.