Piciclib 100mg uses are: 

• Treatment of hormone receptor (HR)-positive, human epidermal growth factor 2 (HER2)-negative advanced or metastatic breast cancer.

Piciclib 100mg capsule works by blocking the protein called cyclin-dependent kinases 4 and 6, which are vital for the division and growth of cells. By blocking these proteins, this medication slows the growth and prevents the cancer cells from spreading. 

Inform your doctor about all medications, including prescribed, over-the-counter, nutritional, or vitamin supplements and herbal products that you are taking or have taken before the treatment. Concurrent use of Piciclib 100mg capsule with CYP3A4 inhibitors such as fentanyl has reported increased fentanyl toxicity. Certain medications may interact with the effectiveness of this drug.

• Keep Piciclib 100mg capsule out of sight and reach of children.
• Store at 20°C to 25°C.

Take Piciclib 100mg capsule exactly as prescribed by your doctor. Take this medication once a day at the same time as food. Swallow this capsule as a whole with a glass of water. Avoid crushing, breaking, or chewing the capsule. 

Piciclib 100mg side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. 

Serious:

• Blood disorder (fever, chills, shortness of breath, weakness, bleeding, or bruising)
• Lung inflammation (chest pain, dry cough, or difficulty breathing)

Common:

• Tiredness
• Hair loss
• Dry skin, rash
• Infections
• Low blood cell counts
• Decreased of appetite
• Nausea, vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Swelling of lips and mouth
• Changes in taste
• Nose bleed
• Dry eye, blurred vision, increased tearing

• Avoid grapefruit, grapefruit juice, and products containing St. John's wort during treatment.

• Use effective birth control during treatment, for at least three weeks after the final dose for females, and fourteen weeks for males.

• This medication may reduce fertility, so consult your doctor if you have any concerns.

• Your doctor may recommend regular blood tests to monitor the effect of Piciclib 100 mg on your blood cells.

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