Drug guide

Gefitinib

Gefitinib ( ge-FI-tye-nib) 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. Before you begin treatment with Gefitinib, you and your doctor should talk about the good Gefitinib will do as well as the risks of using it. Gefitinib is available only with your doctor's prescription, in the following dosage forms: Oral Tablets (U.S.)

Brand names:
- Gefitinib
- Iressa