How is Capmatinib dosed?
For metastatic non-small cell lung cancer:
- Adults: Take 400 milligrams (mg) of capmatinib orally, 2 times a day. Your doctor may adjust your dose as needed and tolerated.
- Children: Use and dose must be determined by your doctor.
What is the dosage form of Capmatinib?
Capmatinib is available in tablet form.
How is Capmatinib administered?
Capmatinib oral route is administered by swallowing the tablet whole, without crushing, breaking, or chewing it. It can be taken with or without food, following your doctor's orders or the directions on the label. The dosage and frequency depend on the medical condition being treated, the patient's age, and other factors determined by your doctor.
What are common precautions when taking Capmatinib?
Common precautions when taking capmatinib oral route include:
- Allergies: Inform your doctor about any unusual or allergic reactions to capmatinib or any other medications.
- Pediatric: The safety and efficacy of capmatinib in the pediatric population have not been established.
- Geriatric: No specific geriatric-related problems have been identified that would limit the use of this medication in the elderly.
- Liver disease: Use capmatinib with caution in patients with liver disease. Your doctor will monitor your liver function.
- Lung or breathing problems: Use capmatinib with caution if you have interstitial lung disease, pneumonitis, or any other lung or breathing problems.
- Proper use: Follow your doctor's instructions precisely when taking capmatinib.
- Liver function: Your doctor will monitor your liver function while you are taking this medication.
- Pregnancy and breastfeeding: The safety of capmatinib during pregnancy and breastfeeding is not established. Consult your doctor before using this medication in these circumstances.