Can taking Gefitinib cause a rash?

Taking gefitinib (Gefitinib) may cause a rash. Rash is one of the common side effects of gefitinib, with a relatively high incidence. This rash usually presents with mild to moderate symptoms, but can be more severe in some cases.

The characteristics of rash caused by gefitinib include:

1.Mild erythema or itching: The most common rash symptom is erythema on the skin, which may be accompanied by mild itching. These symptoms usually appear early in treatment.

2.Dryness and flaking: The skin in the rash area may feel dry and may experience mild flaking.

3.Face and upper body: The rash usually appears first on the face and upper body, but may also spread to other parts of the body.

4.Severe itching or severe rash (rare): In some cases, gefitinib can cause a more severe rash with severe itching, which may require special treatment and medical intervention.

If you are taking gefitinib and you develop a rash, be sure to tell your doctor right away. Your doctor will assess the severity of the rash and recommend appropriate treatment. In some cases, doctors may adjust the dose of gefitinib or pause the drug to help reduce symptoms of the rash.

Gefitinib was launched in China in 2005. At that time, the price of a box was about 5,000 yuan. In 2017 it entered the domestic medical insurance. After the medical insurance, the price dropped a lot. There are domestically produced drugs in the country. For the specific price after the medical insurance, please consult the local hospital pharmacy or the medical insurance bureau. Other versions include original drugs and cost-effective generic drugs. Generic drugs include generic drugs from India, Bangladesh and Laos. The prices vary with different specifications, about 200~800yuan, and the ingredients of generic drugs are basically the same as domestic drugs.