Sutinib50mg
Rx- Generic:
- Sunitinib
- Company:
- Drug International Ltd.
- Dosage form:
- Capsule
- Pack size:
- Box (7 Capsule)
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৳ 950/unit
Pack: ৳ 6,650
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At a glance
Sunitinib is a multi-tyrosine kinase inhibitor used for gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST), advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC), and pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (pNET).
Indications
- Gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST) – after progression on or intolerance to imatinib
- Advanced renal cell carcinoma (RCC)
- Adjuvant treatment of RCC (high risk after nephrectomy)
- Advanced pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors (pNET)
Dosage
Adult Dose (Oral):
- GIST/Advanced RCC: 50 mg once daily (4 weeks on, 2 weeks off – 4/2 schedule)
- Adjuvant RCC: 50 mg once daily (4/2 schedule) – nine 6-week cycles
- pNET: 37.5 mg once daily continuously (no scheduled off period)
Side effects
Common Side Effects:
- Nausea, vomiting, weakness
- Diarrhea, constipation
- Hypertension
- Skin discoloration, hair discoloration
- Painful blisters on hands and feet
- Fatigue, fever, loss of appetite, weight loss
Precautions & warnings
- Hepatotoxicity: Monitor liver enzymes
- Cardiovascular events, QT prolongation
- Hypertension: Regular monitoring
- Hemorrhage, thrombotic microangiopathy
- Thyroid dysfunction: Regular monitoring
- Hypoglycemia: Caution in diabetic patients
- Wound healing delay: Discontinue before surgery
⚠️ This information is for educational purposes only — not a substitute for medical advice. Consult a registered physician before taking any medicine.