Generic (Lorlatinib) Lorlatini 25

Lorlatinib, sold under the brand name Pholorla100,Lorbrena in the United States, Canada, and Japan, and Lorviqua in the European Union, is an anti-cancer drug developed by Pfizer. It is an orally administered inhibitor of ALK and ROS1, two enzymes that play a role in the development of cancer.

Medical uses
Lorlatinib is approved in the US and in Europe for the second- or third-line treatment of ALK-positive metastatic non-small-cell lung cancer (NSCLC).It is the only ALK inhibitor with meaning activity against ALK G1202R mutation in lung cancer.

Why is this medication prescribed?
Lorlatinib is used to treat a certain type of non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC) in adults that has spread to other parts of the body. Lorlatinib is in a class of medications called kinase inhibitors. It works by blocking the action of the abnormal protein that signals cancer cells to multiply. This helps to stop or slow the spread of cancer cells.

How should this medicine be used?
Lorlatinib comes as a tablet to take by mouth. It is usually taken with or without food once daily. Take lorlatinib at around the same time every day. Follow the directions on your prescription label carefully, and ask your doctor or pharmacist to explain any part you do not understand. Take lorlatinib exactly as directed. Do not take more or less of it or take it more often than prescribed by your doctor.

If you vomit after taking the medication, do not take another dose. Continue your regular dosing schedule.

Swallow the tablets whole; do not split, chew, or crush them. Do not take tablets that are already broken or cracked.

Your doctor may decrease your dose or temporarily or permanently stop your treatment depending on if you experience any side effects. Be sure to tell your doctor how you are feeling during your treatment with lorlatinib.

Ask your pharmacist or doctor for a copy of the manufacturer's information for the patient.

Other uses for this medicine
This medication may be prescribed for other uses; ask your doctor or pharmacist for more information.

What side effects can this medication cause?
Lorlatinib may cause side effects. Tell your doctor if any of these symptoms are severe or do not go away:
weight gain
muscle, joint, or back pain
diarrhea
constipation
nausea
vomiting
tiredness
headache
vision changes
rash or itching.