Information about Rucaparib
Generic Name : RucaparibUp-to-date prescription details regarding Rucaparib are provided here.
Understand it's uses, recommended dosages, its indications, how to take, when to take, when not to take, side effects, special precautions, warnings and its and its storage instructions.You will also find a list of the medication's International and Indian brand or trade names, as well as its pricing information. For verification of the information presented on this page or for additional clarifications, it's advisable to consult your doctor.
Trade Names/Brand Names of Rucaparib
India :
Rubraca
Why is Rucaparib Prescribed? (Indications)
Rucaparib belongs to a group of medications called poly (ADP-Ribose) polymerase (PARP) inhibitors. The drug is prescribed for the treatment of ovarian cancer in women with BRCA mutations (breast cancer gene mutations) who have been treated with two or more drugs.The drug mainly acts by killing the cancer cells.
When should Rucaparib not be taken? (Contraindications)
Rucaparib should not be taken during pregnancy or breast feeding.What is the dosage of Rucaparib?
The recommended dose of rucaparib drug is 600mg to be taken orally twice daily with food or on an empty stomach.Rucaparib should be continued till the drug becomes ineffective as demonstrated by the disease progression or if there is any unacceptable toxicity with it.
How should Rucaparib be taken?
Rucaparib comes in the form of a tablet to be taken by mouth. It should be taken either with food or on an empty stomach with a time interval of 12 hours between the doses.What are the warnings and precautions for Rucaparib?
•Avoid taking rucaparib if it causes allergic reactions.•Rucaparib may be harmful to the fetus while taken during pregnancy. Therefore, use effective birth control measures during the treatment and six months after treatment.
•Wear protective clothing or avoid unnecessary exposure to sunlight as the drug is capable of making the skin sensitive to sunlight.
What are the side effects of Rucaparib?
General : Weakness, fatigueGastrointestinal: Nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea, stomach pain, and loss of appetite or taste.
Skin : Itching, increased sensitivity to light.
Blood : Anemia, thrombocytopenia (low blood platelet count).
Respiratory : Shortness of breath.