The Erlib 150mg Tablet is used to treat:

• Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC).

Erlib 150mg Tablet works by inhibiting the epidermal growth factor receptor (EGFR), a protein responsible for cancer growth.

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

• Store Erlib 150mg Tablet at room temperature between 15°C to 30°C.
• Keep out of sight and reach of children and pets.
• Store in the original container.
• Keep it away from moisture, heat and direct sunlight.
• Do not eat grapefruit or consume grapefruit juice while taking this medicine.

Erlib 150mg Tablet should be taken orally as directed by your physician or pharmacist. It should be taken on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before food or 2 hours after food. Pregnant women should avoid this medicine as it may affect the growth of the child.

Like all medications, Erlib 150mg Tablet can cause side effects, although not everyone who takes it will experience them.

Common side effects of Erlib 150mg Tablet are:

• Diarrhea (severe)
• Tingling, pain, numbness and burning sensation in the hands, arms, feet or legs
• Hoarseness or cough
• Lower back or side pain
• Pain or difficulty in urination
• Rash (severe)
• Loss of appetite and may lose weight
• Difficulty in breathing
• Eye problems
• Numbness or weakness in arms and legs

Rare side effects of Erlib 150mg Tablet are:

• Chest pain or discomfort
• Dehydration
• Slurred speech
• Seizures
• Black or bloody stools
• Inability to speak
• Constipation
• Blurred or change in vision
• Stomach pain or discomfort
• Unusual hair loss
• The skin may develop darker patches
• Depression

Erlib 150mg Tablets have serious effects on pregnant women as they can affect the growth of the baby in the womb, so if you are pregnant or planning for pregnancy, consult your doctor. Avoid grapefruit or grape juice as it may increase the side effects of this medicine.  It should be taken on an empty stomach at least 1 hour before food or 2 hours after food.

1. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK554484/
2. https://medlineplus.gov/druginfo/meds/a605008.html
3. https://www.fda.gov/drugs/resources-information-approved-drugs/erlotinib-tarceva