Sutent 25mg

Before taking sunitinib, tell your doctor or pharmacist if you are allergic to it; or if you have any other allergies. Sutent 25mg may contain inactive ingredients, which can cause allergic reactions or other problems. Talk to your pharmacist for more details. Before using Sutent 25mg, tell your doctor or pharmacist your medical history,bleeding problems, heart problems (such as heart attack), high blood pressure, liver problems, kidney disease, thyroid disease, diabetes, blood vessel problems (such as an aneurysm or a tear/break in the aorta or other blood vessels). Sunitinib may cause a condition that affects the heart rhythm (QT prolongation). QT prolongation can rarely cause serious (rarely fatal) fast/irregular heartbeat and other symptoms (such as severe dizziness, fainting) that need medical attention right away. The risk of QT prolongation may be increased if you have certain medical conditions or are taking other drugs that may cause QT prolongation. Before using sunitinib,certain heart problems (heart failure, slow heartbeat, QT prolongation in the EKG), family history of certain heart problems (QT prolongation in the EKG, sudden cardiac death). Low levels of potassium or magnesium in the blood may also increase your risk of QT prolongation. This risk may increase if you use certain drugs (such as diuretics/"water pills") or if you have conditions such as severe sweating, diarrhea, or vomiting. Talk to your doctor about using sunitinib safely. Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor, and avoid contact with people who have recently received oral polio vaccine or flu vaccine inhaled through the nose. To lower the chance of getting cut, bruised or injured, use caution with sharp objects like safety razors or nail cutters and avoid activities such as contact sports. Wash your hands well to prevent the spread of infections. Some people taking sunitinib may have serious jawbone problems. Your doctor should check your mouth before you start Sutent 25mg. Tell your dentist that you are taking Sutent 25mg before you have any dental work done. To help prevent jawbone problems, have regular dental exams and learn how to keep your teeth and gums healthy. If you have jaw pain, tell your doctor and dentist right away. Before having surgery (including dental procedures), tell your doctor or dentist about Sutent 25mg and all the products you use (including prescription drugs, nonprescription drugs, and herbal products). Sutent 25mg may cause wounds to heal slowly or poorly. Your doctor or dentist may tell you to temporarily stop treatment with Sutent 25mg at least 3 weeks before surgery or a dental procedure. Ask your doctor or dentist for specific instructions about when to stop and when to restart treatment with Sutent 25mg. Tell your doctor/dentist right away if you have wounds that are not healing well. Older adults may be more sensitive to the side effects of Sutent 25mg, especially QT prolongation (see above). Tell your doctor if you are pregnant or plan to become pregnant. Female patients should have a pregnancy test before starting Sutent 25mg. You should not become pregnant while using sunitinib. Sunitinib may harm an unborn baby. Female patients should ask about reliable forms of birth control while using Sutent 25mg and for 4 weeks after stopping treatment. Male patients with female partners should ask about reliable forms of birth control while using Sutent 25mg and for 7 weeks after stopping treatment. If you or your partner become pregnant, talk to your doctor right away about the risks and benefits of Sutent 25mg. It is unknown if Sutent 25mg passes into breast milk. Because of the possible risk to the infant, breast-feeding is not recommended while using Sutent 25mg and for 4 weeks after the last dose. Consult your doctor before breast-feeding.