What is Lonsurf? Uses, warnings & side effects

How to take Lonsurf

• Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

• Wear gloves when handling this medicine. Wash your hands after handling the tablets.

• Swallow the tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.

• Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

• Missed dose: If you miss a dose or vomit after taking a dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. If you do not store the tablets in the original bottle, throw away any unused tablets after 30 days.

• Oral routeIt is best to take this medicine with food or milk.

• Store the medicine in a closed container at room temperature, away from heat, moisture, and direct light. If you do not store the tablets in the original bottle, throw away any unused tablets after 30 days.

• Take your medicine as directed. Your dose may need to be changed several times to find what works best for you.

• Read and follow the patient instructions that come with this medicine. Talk to your doctor or pharmacist if you have any questions.

• Wear gloves when handling this medicine. Wash your hands after handling the tablets.

• Swallow the tablet whole. Do not crush, break, or chew it.

• Missed dose: If you miss a dose or vomit after taking a dose, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses.

What to do if you miss a dose of Lonsurf

Lonsurf contraindications - Who shouldn't take Lonsurf?

• This medicine is not right for everyone. Do not use it if you had an allergic reaction to trifluridine or tipiracil, or if you are pregnant.

Lonsurf warnings

• Oral routeThis medicine may cause birth defects if either partner is using it during conception or pregnancy. Tell your doctor right away if you or your partner becomes pregnant. Use an effective form of birth control during treatment with this medicine and for at least 6 months after the last dose. Male patients with female partners should use an effective form of birth control during treatment and for at least 3 months after the last dose.

• Do not breastfeed during treatment with this medicine and for 1 day after your last dose.

• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease or liver disease.

• Oral routeMedicines used to treat cancer are very strong and can have many side effects. Before receiving this medicine, make sure you understand all the risks and benefits. It is important for you to work closely with your doctor during your treatment.

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.

• This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.

Lonsurf interactions & what to avoid when taking Lonsurf

• This medicine may cause birth defects if either partner is using it during conception or pregnancy. Tell your doctor right away if you or your partner becomes pregnant. Use effective birth control. Male patients should use condoms during treatment and for 3 months after the last dose of this medicine.

• Do not breastfeed while using this medicine and for 1 day after your last dose.

• Tell your doctor if you have kidney disease.

• This medicine may make you bleed, bruise, or get infections more easily. Take precautions to prevent illness and injury. Wash your hands often.

• Your doctor will do lab tests at regular visits to check on the effects of this medicine. Keep all appointments.

• Keep all medicine out of the reach of children. Never share your medicine with anyone.