Erlotinib (Oral Route)

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Erlotinib (Oral Route)

Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

US Brand Names

  • Tarceva

Description

Erlotinib belongs to the group of medicines called antineoplastics. It is used to treat non-small cell lung cancer after the failure of other chemotherapy treatment. It is also used together with another medicine called gemcitabine (e.g., Gemzar®) to treat cancer of the pancreas.

This medicine is available only with your doctor's prescription.

This product is available in the following dosage forms:

  • Tablet
Before Using

DR601599

Portions of this document last updated:

June 1, 2009

Source: Drug Information provided by: Micromedex

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