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

This is Gilotrif. It is used to treat lung cancer. It may have other uses too.

Gilotrif is a tablet that is taken by mouth. You should take it with a full glass of water. It is best to take this medicine 1 hour before a meal or 2 hours after a meal. You should take it exactly as your doctor tells you to. You should swallow the tablets whole, and do not crush, chew, or cut them.

This medication can cause side effects. Common side effects include itching, dry skin, and mouth sores. It can also cause a lack of appetite, nausea and diarrhea. If these or other side effects become reasons you want to stop taking this medicine, please talk to your doctor or pharmacist. You should not stop taking it unless your doctor says it's okay. To help keep this medicine safe for you, your doctor will follow your condition closely and will order blood tests.

As with any medicine, other serious side effects can occur. You should discuss these and all possible side effects with your doctor. Also, you should read the "Patient Information Sheet" for more information. This medicine can cause a skin reaction, so it is important to avoid being in the sun while taking it. Also, if you have dry eyes or wear contacts, it is important to tell your doctor this before starting this medicine.

Gilotrif may interact with other medicines. You should check with your doctor or pharmacist before taking any new medicines or before getting a vaccine.

Gilotrif can harm unborn babies. Women taking gilotrif should not become pregnant or breastfeed.

For best results with gilotrif, work closely with your healthcare team to manage side effects.