Soranib 30 Tablet

What is Soranib 30 Tablet?

Soranib 30 Tablet contains Sorafenib. It belongs to the group of medicines called antineoplastic agents. It is used to treat liver and thyroid cancer. It is also used to treat advanced kidney cancer. It works to slow down the rate of growth of tumor cells and prevent the blood supply to them. It is not recommended for pediatric use.

What Sorafenib drug is used for?

Sorafenib is sold under the brand name Nexavar. It is manufactured in India by Cipla Limited. It is a medicine that targets proteins in cancer cells and stops the cells from growing. It is used to treat liver cancer, kidney cancer, and thyroid cancer. Sorafenib is in a class of medications called kinase inhibitors. This helps to stop the spreading of cancer cells.

What is Kidney cancer?

Kidney cancer is the most common in people between the ages of 65 and 74. Men are twice as likely as women to develop this disease. Kidney cancer is also called renal cancer. It is a disease in which kidney cells become cancerous and grow out of control, forming a tumor. All cancer first appears in the lining of the tubes in the kidney. This type of kidney is called renal cell carcinoma. A cancerous tumor spreads to other tissues and organs. This stage is called metastasis (advanced kidney cancer).

The kidney is two bean-shaped organs, each about the size of a fist. They lie in your lower abdomen on each side of your spine. The main job is to clean your blood, remove the waste products and make urine.

• What are the signs and symptoms of Kidney cancer?

Kidney cancer symptoms may include:

Blood in your pee

A lump or mass in your kidney area

Flank pain

Tiredness

Feeling unwell

Loss of appetite

Weight loss

Fever

Bone pain 

High blood pressure

Anemia

What is Liver cancer?

Liver cancer is a life-threatening illness. It begins in the cells of your liver. The liver is a football-sized organ that sits in the upper right portion of your abdomen, beneath your diaphragm, and above your stomach.

There are two kinds of liver cancer: primary and secondary. Primary cancer starts in your liver. Secondary cancer spreads to your liver from another part of your body. 

• What are the signs and symptoms of liver cancer?

Liver cancer is in its early stages, you have no symptoms at all. But later as it progresses you may have similar symptoms:

A lump below your rib cage or pain on the right side of your abdomen.

Jaundice 

Weight loss

Nausea

Loss of appetite

Fatigue

Dark-colored urine

What is Thyroid cancer?

Thyroid glands are shaped like small butterflies and are usually found inside the lower front of your neck. It’s a gland that controls your metabolism. It also releases hormones that direct many functions in your body, including your use of energy, producing heat, and consuming oxygen.

• How does thyroid cancer develop?

Thyroid cancer develops in the thyroid gland. When cells change or mutate. The abnormal cells begin multiplying in your thyroid and when they are unlimited, they form a tumor. 

• What are the signs and symptoms of the thyroid gland?

Most of the thyroid nodes are noncancerous. Only about 3 out of 20 thyroid nodules turn out to be cancerous. Some signs of thyroid cancer include:

Difficult breathing or swallowing

Loss of voice

Swollen lymph nodes in the neck

Soranib comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken twice a day. Soranib is taken without food 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Take soranib at around the same time every day. Before taking medicine consult your doctor. Dose and duration will be decided by the necessity and need of the patient. It depends on the treatment and may change from time to time. You should take medicine as per your doctor’s advice. This medicine is strictly not recommended for children, pregnant women, and breastfeeding mothers. It takes some weeks and months to get a better result. Do not stop taking the medicine before your doctor’s advice.

Common side effects of this medicine include fatigue, nausea, loss of appetite, hair loss, and diarrhea. If these side effects become serious, you may consult your doctor. Your doctor can prevent and give you relief from the side effects during the treatment.

The benefit of Soranib 30 Tablet

• In the treatment of Kidney cancer

Soranib treats kidney cancer and its symptoms. It stops cancer growth and prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It prevents the advancement of cancer. 

• In the treatment of Liver cancer

This tablet kills the cancer cells and prevents further growth and spread of cancer to unaffected areas. Avoid alcohol or smoke.

• In the treatment of the Thyroid cancer

This medicine prevents the oxygen supply of the cancer cells and stops their growth as well as further spread. It is potent and very effective so you should discuss your risks and benefits with your doctor.

Side effects of Soranib Tablet

Here are Some major and minor side effects of this medicine. But not all side effects need a doctor’s attention. If you observe any side effects become serious, You may consult your doctor.

Some of the common side effects of this medicine include:

Abdominal and stomach pain

Bleeding gums

Clay-colored stools

Coughing up blood

Nausea and vomiting

Loss of appetite

Difficulty in breathing

Hair loss

Fatigue

Headache 

Dizziness

Dark urine

Skin reactions

How is the Soranib Tablet taken?

Soranib comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken twice a day. Soranib is taken without food 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal. Take soranib at around the same time every day. Always take this medicine as per your doctor’s consultation. Dose and duration will decide your doctor. You are not allowed to crush, chew and break the medicine. Swallow it as a whole. Drink plenty of water. Do not miss the dose. If you miss a dose skip the missed dose and follow your schedule regularly on the next day. Do not double the dose. Take medicine every day on time as prescribed by your doctor. Much other medicine can affect this medicine so let your doctor know all medication you are using during the treatment.

How does the Soranib Tablet work?

It is an anti-cancer medication. It belongs to a tyrosine kinase inhibitor. It produces its action by inhibiting the function of tyrosine kinase protein present on receptors of vascular or platelet or lymphocytes. It alters the function of receptors that inhibit the angiogenesis of abnormal cells and increase apoptosis function. It inhibits normal cells.