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Sunitinib Malate – Uses, Dosage, and Brands in UAE

Brand Name: SUTENT

Strength: 12.5 mg | Form: Capsules

Price in UAE: AED 6332.00

Available in UAE pharmacies

About Sunitinib Malate

Class:| Tyrosine kinase inhibitor Use:| Treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma, gastrointestinal stromal tumors after disease progression on or intolerance to imatinib, and pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors. Adult dose:| Typically, 50 mg orally once daily for 4 weeks on treatment followed by 2 weeks off (6-week cycle); dosage may vary based on specific condition and patient response. Pediatric dose:| Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients. Side effects:| Fatigue, di

Drug Class

| Tyrosine kinase inhibitor

Uses & Indications

| Treatment of advanced renal cell carcinoma, gastrointestinal stromal tumors after disease progression on or intolerance to imatinib, and pancreatic neuroendocrine tumors.

Storage Requirements

Not available

Manufacturer & Packaging

Manufacturer: Pfizer Italia S.r.l., ITALY

Package Size

28's

Price & Supplier

Price in UAE: AED 6332.00

Dosage Information

Adult Dose

| Typically, 50 mg orally once daily for 4 weeks on treatment followed by 2 weeks off (6-week cycle); dosage may vary based on specific condition and patient response.

Pediatric Dose

| Safety and efficacy not established in pediatric patients.

Side Effects

| Fatigue, diarrhea, nausea, mucositis, skin discoloration, hypertension, hand-foot syndrome, and increased risk of bleeding.

Contraindications & Precautions

| Hypersensitivity to sunitinib or any component of the formulation

Important Warnings

Not available

Other Brands & Strengths Available in UAE

Different brands and strengths of Sunitinib Malate available in UAE pharmacies:

RENAL-TIB 12.5 mg Capsules RENAL-TIB 25 mg Capsules RENAL-TIB 50 mg Capsules RENIS 12.5 mg Capsules RENIS 25 mg Capsules RENIS 50 mg Capsules SUTENT 12.5 mg Capsules SUTENT 12.5 mg Capsules SUTENT 25 mg Capsules SUTENT 25 mg Capsules

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Medical Disclaimer

This information is for educational purposes only and should not replace professional medical advice. Always consult with a licensed healthcare provider or pharmacist in the UAE before taking any medication. The information presented here is specific to medicines available in UAE pharmacies and is regularly updated to ensure accuracy for patients and healthcare professionals in the United Arab Emirates.

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