Olanib

Olanib

Olanib®
Generic Name: Olaparib
Strength: 50 mg
Dosage Form: Capsule
Category: Targeted Anticancer Therapy
TG Name: Anticancer (PARP Inhibitor)
Status: Prescription Only Medicine

1. What is Olanib®?
Olanib® is a capsule containing Olaparib INN 50 mg. It is used for the treatment of ovarian, breast, pancreatic, and prostate cancers associated with BRCA gene mutations. It works by inhibiting PARP enzymes responsible for DNA repair, leading to cancer cell death. To be used as directed by a registered physician.

Description

1. Product Overview: Olanib is a capsule formulation of Olaparib INN 50 mg, a targeted anticancer agent belonging to the class of PARP inhibitors used in BRCA mutation–associated cancers.

2. Composition: Active Ingredient: Olaparib INN 50 mg | Dosage Form: Capsule

3. Pharmacological Class: PARP (Poly ADP-Ribose Polymerase) Inhibitor

4. Mechanism of Action: Olaparib inhibits PARP enzymes involved in DNA repair. This leads to accumulation of DNA damage in cancer cells, inability to repair, and selective cancer cell death, especially in BRCA-mutated tumors.

5. Indications: Ovarian cancer with BRCA mutation | HER2-negative breast cancer with BRCA mutation | Pancreatic cancer with germline BRCA mutation | Prostate cancer with HRR gene mutations

6. Dosage & Administration: As prescribed by oncologist | Oral use | Swallow whole with water | With or without food

7. Clinical Benefits: Targeted cancer therapy | Delays disease progression | Improves progression-free survival | Oral convenience

8. Contraindications: Hypersensitivity to Olaparib or any component

9. Precautions: Use under oncologist supervision | Monitor blood counts regularly | May cause anemia or fatigue | Avoid use in pregnancy

10. Drug Interactions: CYP3A inhibitors (ketoconazole) | CYP3A inducers (rifampicin, phenytoin)

11. Special Populations: Pregnancy contraindicated | Lactation not recommended | Pediatric safety not established | Dose adjustment in renal/hepatic impairment

12. Adverse Effects: Nausea | Fatigue | Anemia | Decreased appetite

13. Storage Conditions: Store below 30°C | Protect from light and moisture | Keep out of reach of children

14. Packaging: Capsule in blister or bottle pack

15. Manufacturer: Everest Pharmaceutical Ltd.

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