Let's take a minute to talk about your medication. 

This is Inlyta. You should take it as directed by your doctor. You can take it with or without food. You should swallow each tablet whole with a glass of water. 

Inlyta helps treats advanced kidney cancer. 

It is normal to have side effects from this medicine. You could feel a little tired or weak. So, you should wait until you know how it affects you before doing activities that require you to be alert, like driving. You could also have less appetite, nausea, and either diarrhea or constipation. Some patients notice changes to their voice or changes to their hands and feet, like a rash. The good news is most side effects are not serious. Still, you should report them to your doctor promptly. 

As with any medicine, rare but more serious side effects can occur. In general, you should pay close attention to your body, and call your doctor right away if you notice unusual changes. To help keep this medicine safe for you, your doctor will follow you closely, order lab work, and check your blood pressure often. 

It's important to check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking other medicines, even if they don't require a prescription. Also, do not drink grapefruit juice or eat grapefruit because it can interfere with this medicine. 

Inlyta is not safe for unborn babies. To prevent pregnancy, men and women who are sexually active must use effective birth control. Also, women should not breast feed. 

For best results, follow your doctor's advice for checking your own blood pressure. Also, always read the 'Patient Information' sheet for full information.