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Nexavar Oral Uses and How to Use


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Generic Name: SORAFENIB - ORAL
Pronounced: (sor-AF-e-nib)

Nexavar Oral Uses

This medication is used to treat kidney or liver cancer. Sorafenib stops or slows the growth of cancer cells (tumors). It also works by slowing the growth of new blood vessels within the tumor.

How To Use Nexavar Oral

Read the Patient Information Leaflet provided by your pharmacist before you start using sorafenib and each time you get a refill. If you have any questions, consult your doctor or pharmacist.

Take this medication by mouth on an empty stomach (at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after a meal) as directed by your doctor. Do not chew or crush the tablets. Swallow tablets whole with a full glass of water (8 ounces or 240 milliliters).

Take this medication exactly as prescribed. The dosage is based on your medical condition and response to therapy. You will usually take this medication continuously (without break periods) as directed by your doctor. If you have certain side effects, your doctor may adjust your dose or stop treatment for some time.

Do not increase your dose or take this medication more often without your doctor's approval. Your condition will not improve any faster, and the risk of serious side effects may be increased.

Use this medication regularly in order to get the most benefit from it. To help you remember, use it at the same time(s) each day.


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