Lornib (Lorlatinib)

It does this by inhibiting the action of an aberrant protein, which is what causes cancer cells to proliferate and cause the disease. The proliferation of cancer cells is halted or slowed as a result of this treatment.

How should you take this medication exactly?

Tablets of Lornib are intended to be swallowed after they have been prepared. It is recommended to take it once daily, either with or without food. Always take your dose of Lornib at approximately the same time each day. 

Carefully follow the advice on the label of your medication, and if there is anything on the label that you do not understand, ask your physician or pharmacist to clarify it to you. Follow the dosing instructions for Lornib very carefully. You should not take more or less of it, and you should not take it more frequently than your doctor has recommended.

Do not take another dose of the drug if you experience nausea or vomiting after taking the previous one. Keep taking your doses at the scheduled intervals.

Do not divide, chew, or crush the pills; they should be taken in their entirety. Tablets that have previously been broken or cracked should not be taken.

Depending on the severity of the adverse effects you are experiencing, your physician may reduce your dosage, suspend your treatment temporarily, or even terminate it altogether. During your treatment with Lornib, you should make it a point to keep your physician updated on how you are feeling.

You can obtain a copy of the manufacturer's information for the patient by asking your pharmacist or your doctor for it.

You should seek immediate medical attention if you have any of the following symptoms in response to Lornib:

You should see your physician as soon as possible if you have:

• Sharp discomfort in the chest, wheezing, and a dry cough;

• Difficulty breathing, often accompanied by fast breathing;

• A high temperature, chills, and a cough with mucous;

• Acute dizziness (like you might pass out);

• Discomfort in your hands or feet, such as numbness, tingling, or burning;

• Changes in mood or behavior that are out of the ordinary, as well as thoughts of self-harm;

• Hallucinations;

Consult Your Doctor

Talk to your primary care doctor about all of the medications you are currently taking, as well as any new ones or ones you discontinue taking. There are many medications that can interact with one another, and certain drugs should never be taken together.