Eriocor is Gefitinib, the stomach distension and pain caused by taking Gefitinib may be due to the side effects of the drug, which can be stopped under the guidance of the doctor, and then continue to use it after the symptoms disappear; or other drugs can be given to replace the drug.
1. Discontinuation: Gefitinib is indicated for patients with locally advanced or metastatic non-small cell lung cancer. When patients have intolerable diarrhea, abdominal pain and other adverse reactions during the period of taking the drug, they can be guided by the doctor to relieve the symptoms through short-term suspension (up to 14 days), and then resume the application after the symptoms have been relieved or disappeared.
2. Substitution of drugs: If patients experience intolerable stomach distension and pain while taking Gefitinib, they can switch drugs between drugs of the same generation under the advice of a doctor.
3. During the administration of this drug, taking histamine H2 receptor antagonists such as ranitidine may reduce the needed concentration of this drug, so it is better to consult a doctor when this type of stomach acid inhibiting drug is taken so as not to affect the therapeutic effect. It is contraindicated for those who are severely allergic to this drug.
The above medication or adjustment of medication should be used under the guidance of a doctor, avoid self-medication.