Bracanat 150 mg Tablet

Composition of Bracanat 150 mg Tablet

Bracanat 150 mg Tablet contains Olaparib (150mg). It belongs to the Prescription-only medicine class of medicines.

Uses of Bracanat 150 mg Tablet

Treatment of Breast cancer Treatment of Ovarian cancer

Key benefits

• In Treatment of Breast cancer Bracanat 150mg Tablet provides a targeted treatment option that specifically attacks cancer cells while sparing most healthy cells. Clinical studies have shown that Bracanat 150mg Tablet can significantly reduce the risk of cancer progression or recurrence and improve survival rates. By specifically inhibiting the PARP enzyme in cancer cells
• Bracanat 150mg Tablet helps to slow the spread of the disease
• providing patients with a more effective and less toxic treatment option. In Treatment of Ovarian cancer Bracanat 150mg Tablet helps prevent the cancer from worsening for a longer period. The medicine is effective in both newly diagnosed cases and in recurrent ovarian cancer
• offering a maintenance therapy option that can delay the need for further chemotherapy. This targeted therapy can lead to better management of the disease with a more personalized approach
• improving overall outcomes and quality of life for patients. Show More

How Bracanat 150 mg Tablet works

Bracanat 150mg Tablet is an anticancer medication. It works by inhibiting the growth of select tumor cell lines in vitro and decrease tumor growth in both as monotherapy or following chemotherapy.

How to take Bracanat 150 mg Tablet

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. Bracanat 150mg Tablet may be taken with or without food.

Take it exactly as your doctor prescribed. Do not change the dose or stop early on your own.

Missed dose and overdose

If you miss a dose

If you miss a dose of Bracanat 150mg Tablet, take it as soon as possible. However, if it is almost time for your next dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular schedule. Do not double the dose.

If you take too much

An overdose of this medicine may be harmful — seek medical advice immediately. Do not wait for symptoms to appear — go to the nearest emergency department and take the pack or strip with you.

Side effects of Bracanat 150 mg Tablet

Most side effects of Bracanat are mild and settle as the body adjusts. Reported side effects include:

• Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Stop the medicine and seek help immediately for a rash, swelling of the face or lips, wheezing or difficulty breathing. Tell your doctor about any side effect that persists or worries you.

Safety advice for Bracanat 150 mg Tablet

Warnings and precautions

This is a prescription-only medicine. Take it exactly as your doctor has directed, for the period directed. Do not share it with anyone else, even if their symptoms seem the same. Tell your doctor about every other medicine, supplement and herbal product you take. Report any unexpected or severe symptom to your doctor rather than stopping on your own.

Do not take Bracanat if

Not for anyone with a known allergy to this medicine or to any ingredient in the pack. Your doctor will confirm this medicine is suitable for you.

Interactions with other medicines

Give your doctor and pharmacist a full list of everything you take.

How to store Bracanat 150 mg Tablet

Store at room temperature (below 25°C), protected from light and moisture. Keep out of reach of children.

Expert advice for Bracanat 150 mg Tablet

Take Bracanat 150mg Tablet exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Do not alter your dose without consulting your doctor. Drinking plenty of fluids can help reduce some side effects, such as nausea and vomiting. Try to drink at least 8-10 glasses of water each day. Bracanat 150mg Tablet can affect your blood cell counts. Ensure you have regular blood tests as recommended by your doctor to monitor for potential issues like anemia or low white blood cell counts. Bracanat 150mg Tablet can harm an unborn baby. Women should use effective contraception during treatment and for a period after the last dose. Men with female partners of reproductive potential should also use effective contraception during treatment and for a specified time afterward. Maintain a healthy lifestyle by eating a balanced diet, getting regular exercise, and managing stress. This can help improve your overall well-being during treatment.

Manufacturer and class

Manufacturer:

COMMON PRODUCTS

Therapeutic class:

ANTI NEOPLASTICS

Drug class:

Prescription-only medicine

Chemical class:

Phthalazinones