About this medicine
Palbociclib Capsules 125 mg.
Uses of Palbociclib:
Palbociclib is primarily utilized in the treatment of breast cancer. Specifically, it is administered to patients with certain types of breast cancer, such as estrogen receptor-positive and human epidermal growth factor receptor 2-negative, which have metastasized to other organs. It is often combined with hormonal anticancer therapies.
How Palbociclib Works:
Palbociclib functions as an anti-cancer medication. It targets cyclin-dependent kinase 4 and 6, which are crucial chemical messengers in signaling pathways that lead to cell proliferation. By inhibiting these kinases, Palbociclib effectively halts the cancer cell cycle, thus stopping the growth of cancer cells. Moreover, it disrupts the cell cycle of estrogen receptor-positive breast cancer cells.
Common Side Effects:
The most frequently reported side effects include fatigue, hair loss, rash, vomiting, diarrhea, nausea, decreased appetite, infection, decreased white blood cell count, stomatitis (inflammation of the mouth), anemia (low number of red blood cells), weakness, and fever.
