Ibrukem Capsule

Quick info

Ibrukem Capsule is used to treat mantle-cell lymphoma and blood cancer (chronic lymphocytic leukemia). Ibrukem Capsule is taken in a dose as advised by the doctor. The duration of treatment varies on the basis of your response to treatment. Your doctor may get regular blood tests to check number of blood cells during treatment with this medicine. It is known to reduce the number of blood cells in your blood thereby increasing the susceptibility to infections. It may cause headache, diarrhea, and nausea as its side effects.

How it works

Ibrukem Capsule is a Bruton's tyrosine kinase inhibitor. It works by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply. This helps to stop or slow the spread of cancer cells.

Direction of use

Take this medicine in the dose and duration as advised by your doctor. Ibrukem Capsule may be taken with or without food, but it is better to take it at a fixed time.

Tips

• Take it at the same time every day
• Take it with or without food
• Stay hydrated and drink plenty of fluids while taking this medication
• Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor
• Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication
• Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your liver function and blood cell count in your blood