Tucatinib, (Tucaxen) works for treating combination with trastuzumab and capecitabine for the treatment of adult patients with advanced unresectable or metastatic HER2-positive breast cancer, including those with brain metastases, These patients had received one or more prior anti-HER2-based regimens in the metastatic setting. It’s a doctor prescription (Tukysa/ Tucatinib) medicine.

Everest Pharma Ltd. of Bangladesh mfg Tucaxen.

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. Tucaxen tablet 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 Tucatinib are:

weight loss, tiredness, or muscle/joint pain. Nausea, vomiting, mouth sores/pain, loss of appetite. 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.

Diarrhea is a common side effect and can sometimes be severe. Vomiting/diarrhea that doesn’t stop may result in dehydration. Contact your doctor promptly if you notice any symptoms of dehydration, such as unusual decreased urination, unusual dry mouth/thirst, fast heartbeat, or dizziness/lightheadedness. Your doctor may prescribe anti-diarrheal medication to take during treatment with this medication.

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.