Brand Names: Tarceva

Generic Name: erlotinib (Pronunciation: er LOE ti nib)

• What is erlotinib (Tarceva)?
• What are the possible side effects of erlotinib (Tarceva)?
• What is the most important information I should know about erlotinib (Tarceva)?
• What should I discuss with my healthcare provider before taking erlotinib (Tarceva)?
• How should I use erlotinib (Tarceva)?
• What happens if I miss a dose (Tarceva)?
• What happens if I overdose (Tarceva)?
• What should I avoid while using erlotinib (Tarceva)?
• What other drugs will affect erlotinib (Tarceva)?
• Where can I get more information?

What is erlotinib (Tarceva)?

Erlotinib is a cancer chemotherapy medication. Erlotinib interferes with the growth of cancer cells and slows their growth and spread in the body.

Erlotinib is used in the treatment of non-small cell lung cancer.

Erlotinib may also be used for purposes other than those listed in this medication guide.

Tarceva 100 mg

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What are the possible side effects of erlotinib (Tarceva)?

If you experience any of the following serious side effects from erlotinib, contact your doctor immediately:

• an allergic reaction (including difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
• lung problems (difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, increased coughing, fever, or chest pain);
• severe or persistent nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, or diarrhea; or
• eye pain or irritation.

Other, less serious side effects may be more likely to occur. Continue taking erlotinib and talk to your doctor if you experience:

• mild to moderate nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, or diarrhea;
• skin rash, dryness, itching, or acne; or
• weakness.

This is not a complete list of side effects and others may occur. Call your doctor for medical advice about side effects. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088. You may report side effects to FDA at 1-800-FDA-1088.

What is the most important information I should know about erlotinib (Tarceva)?

If you experience any of the following serious side effects from erlotinib, contact your doctor immediately:

• an allergic reaction (including difficulty breathing; closing of the throat; swelling of the lips, tongue, or face; or hives);
• lung problems (especially new or worsening difficulty breathing, shortness of breath, increased coughing, fever, or chest pain);
• severe or persistent nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, or diarrhea; or
• eye pain or irritation.