Lapatinib

• Nausea and vomiting
• Diarrhea
• Palms of the hands or soles of the feet may become numb, sore, red or dry
  Especially if Lapatinib is taken together with Capecitabine.
• Rash, dry skin, itch
• Tiredness and lack of energy

Inform your doctor if any of the following occurs:

• Fever of 38°C or higher
• Sores or ulcers in mouth and throat
• Unusual bleeding, bruising or black tarry stools
• Rapid or irregular heartbeat
• Chest pain, cough or shortness of breath
• Unusual water retention or swelling of the hands or feet
• Yellowing of the skin or eyes or dark tea-coloured urine
• Side effects become severe

• Use effective birth control during treatment with Lapatinib. Inform your doctor if you suspect pregnancy.
• Inform your doctor or pharmacist if you are taking any other medication or supplements.

Avoid taking grapefruit or its juice while you are on Lapatinib.​

It is a tablet taken by mouth, usually once daily at around the same time each day. Take the exact number of tablets instructed by your doctor.
Take on an empty stomach i.e. at least 1 hour before or 1 hour after food.

If you miss a dose of Lapatinib, take the next scheduled dose at your usual dosing time. Do not make up for the missed dose or double dose the next day.

Do not crush or break the tablets.

• Keep away from children
• Keep in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight
• Store at room temperature