Olanamo Olaparib 150mg Tablets 120's

Olanamo 150mg Tablet belongs to the class of cancer medications known as PARP (poly [adenosine diphosphate-ribose] polymerase inhibitor) inhibitors, containing the active ingredient Olaparib. It is used to treat ovarian, breast, pancreatic, and prostate cancer. This medication can be given alone or in combination with other anticancer medications.

It is not recommended to take Olanamo 150mg Tablet if you are allergic to the active compound and other ingredients of the medicine. Speak with your doctor immediately if you experience breathlessness, chest pain, rapid heart rate, fever, cough, or wheezing. Your healthcare provider will conduct blood tests before and every month during the treatment, as this medicine could reduce the counts of RBC, WBC, and platelets. Tell your healthcare provider before starting treatment if you have been diagnosed with problems in your lungs, liver, heart, or kidneys. 

It is not advised to use this medication while pregnant since it may harm the fetus and cause miscarriage. Therefore, for women of reproductive age, it is recommended to get a pregnancy test before beginning this medication. It is preferable to keep using birth control for at least six months after treatment is finished. While receiving treatment, it is not advised to breastfeed your child because it is unknown if Olanamo 150mg Tablet will find its way into the breast milk. Men are not advised to donate sperm for at least 3 months after the treatment is finished. It is necessary to inform your doctor about all the medicines you are taking, including prescription, over-the-counter drugs, vitamins and supplements.

• Maintenance therapy for various types of advanced ovarian cancer
• Treatment of early and metastatic Breast cancer
• Treatment of prostate cancer
• Metastatic pancreatic cancer

Olaparib works by inhibiting the enzyme poly (ADP-ribose) polymerase (PARP), which plays a role in repairing damaged DNA in cells. By inhibiting PARP, olaparib prevents cancer cells from repairing their DNA, leading to cell death. This targeted approach is especially effective in cancers with defective DNA repair mechanisms.

The medicine will be prescribed to you by a healthcare professional in a hospital setting. Olanamo 150mg Tablet is available as a tablet to be taken with or without food, as directed by your healthcare provider. The dose will be decided by your healthcare professional based on your conditions. Avoid crushing, opening, or dissolving the tablet and swallow it whole with a glass of water. Take the Olanamo 150mg Tablet at the same time every day.

Common:

• Shortness of breath
• Nausea
• Vomiting
• Fatigue
• Dyspepsia
• Loss of appetite
• Dizziness
• Diarrhoea
• Headache

Serious:

• Neutropenia
• Acute myeloid leukemia
• Leukopenia
• Thrombocytopenia
• Lung problems

Inform your healthcare provider about all the medicines you take, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional or vitamin supplements, and herbal products. Certain medications may interact with Olanamo 150mg Tablet and reduce effectiveness by causing undesirable side effects.

• Store Olanamo 150mg Tablet in the original package at room temperature (20°C to 25°C).
• Keep it out of reach of children.

Olanamo 150mg Tablet can lower blood cell counts; thus, it's best to get blood tests done at regular intervals. When undergoing this therapy, stay out of direct sunlight and wear sunscreen with an SPF of at least 50 before going outside. Olanamo 150mg Tablet should not be stopped without first talking to your doctor. When using this medication, stay away from grapefruit juice, as it may raise your blood levels of the drug. It is recommended to inform your doctor about other anticancer drugs you have been taking. It's critical to maintain a sufficient fluid intake because dehydration can exacerbate symptoms such as diarrhea and other gastrointestinal disorders. Even if you feel better or see a change in your symptoms, you should still talk to your doctor before stopping Olanamo 150mg Tablet. 

Remember to attend all scheduled appointments and follow-up visits with your healthcare provider to ensure your treatment is effective and any side effects are managed appropriately. With proper monitoring and management, Olanamo 150mg Tablet can be an effective treatment option for certain types of cancer.