Sutent (Sunitinib Malate)
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General Information On Sutent
Sutent is an anti-cancer medication used primarily to treat two diseases- Imatinib resistant Gastro Intestinal Stromal Tumor (GIST) and Renal Cell Carcinoma (RCC). It belongs to a class of drugs called Receptor Tyrosine Kinase inhibitors (RTK inhibitors). For patients suffering from RCC, Sutent is a standard first line drug, whereas for patients suffering from GIST, this medication usually forms a part of a new treatment regimen directed at those patients who haven't been satisfactorily treated with Imatinib.
Side Effects/Precautions For Sutent
Sutent or Sunitinib is by and large well tolerated. Manageable side effects of brand or generic Sutent include dizziness, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal discomfort, bleeding disorders and constipation. Alteration in taste may also be seen sometimes after treatment with Sutent drug. Although the incidence of serious adverse effects is low, they are sometimes seen and patients presenting with symptoms like hypertension, hyperthyroidism, asthenia, intestinal perforation, dark sticky stools and hand foot syndrome must immediately consult a doctor.
Sunitinib is known to react with a few drugs so possible drug interactions must be discussed with the doctor. Patients must not eat grapefruit or St. John's Wort while taking Sutent drug. Pregnant women and women planning to get pregnant must not consume brand or generic Sutent as it may harm the fetus. This medication is known to be excreted through breast milk and therefore must not be taken by lactating women.
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