Can I stop taking Ceritinib/Ceritinib after taking it for 6 years?

For patients withALKfusion-positive non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC), ceritinib/Ceritinib (Ceritinib) is an important targeted therapy drug that can significantly improve patients’ survival and quality of life. However, the length of time a drug should be used varies based on the individual patient's condition, response to treatment, drug resistance, and other health factors.

Patients who have been using ceritinib/ceritinib for 6 years should undergo a comprehensive evaluation under the guidance of a professional medical team. The doctor will comprehensively consider the patient's disease status, the effect of drug treatment, adverse reactions, and other relevant factors to decide whether to continue using Ceritinib/ceritinib, or whether to consider stopping treatment.

The decision to discontinue treatment is a complex process that must weigh the potential benefits and risks of treatment. For some patients, doctors may consider suspending ceritinib treatment if their cancer is in remission or becomes resistant to treatment. However, for other patients, ceritinib/ceritinib may still be the best option to continue treatment.

Therefore, I strongly recommend that you speak with your professional medical team to discuss your current treatment plan and the possibility of discontinuing your medication. The professional medical team will provide you with the most appropriate treatment suggestions based on your specific situation and the latest clinical data. Working closely with your doctor to develop the best treatment plan will help you get the best treatment results and prognosis.

Ceritinib/Ceritinib has been launched in China and has been included in medical insurance. Patients can purchase it domestically, but the price is high. Please consult your local pharmacy for details. Foreign original drugs are divided into original drugs and generic drugs. Foreign original drugs are mainly Swiss Novartis original drugs. Specification150mg*150The price is about13,500 yuan. Generic drugs mainly include Bangladeshi version, specifications150mg*30The price is around 1300yuan. The ingredients of original drugs and generic drugs are basically the same.