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Olparib 150 mg Tablet 60's Substitute

Medicine Composition:

OLAPARIB-150MG

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When Should You Consider Switching from Olparib 150 mg Tablet 60's?

Patients may explore substitutes in the following scenarios:

  • High monthly cost of Olparib 150 mg Tablet 60's
  • Non-availability in local pharmacies
  • Generic recommendation by a doctor
  • Side effects or better tolerability with alternatives

What to Know Before Switching

Before you switch from Olparib 150 mg Tablet 60's to another medicine, here are some important points to keep in mind:

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Same salt, different brands:

Most substitutes contain the same active ingredient - OLAPARIB-150MG, but the fillers, coating, or manufacturing quality may vary slightly.

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Consult your doctor first:

Even if the salt is the same, your doctor can confirm if the substitute is right for your condition, dosage, and health history.

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Watch out for allergies or reactions:

Some people may react differently to certain brands due to inactive ingredients. If you notice any side effects, inform your doctor immediately.

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Price ≠ effectiveness:

A lower-priced substitute doesn't mean it's less effective. Many generic medicines work just as well as branded ones.

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Check the dosage form and strength:

Always match the substitute’s strength (e.g., 5mg, 10mg) and form (tablet, capsule, syrup) with what your doctor prescribed.

Uses

Olparib 150 mg Tablet 60's is used in the treatment of Ovarian cancer, breast cancer, pancreatic cancer, and prostate cancer. The detailed uses of Olparib 150 mg Tablet 60's are as follows:

  • Ovarian Cancer: Olparib 150 mg Tablet 60's helps in maintenance treatment for advanced epithelial ovarian, fallopian tube, or primary peritoneal cancer after response to platinum-based chemotherapy and especially effective in patients with BRCA mutations or homologous recombination deficiency (HRD).
  • Breast Cancer: Olparib 150 mg Tablet 60's is used for HER2-negative, BRCA-mutated metastatic or high-risk early breast cancer and used after chemotherapy and sometimes endocrine therapy.
  • Pancreatic Cancer: Olparib 150 mg Tablet 60's helps in maintenance treatment for germline BRCA-mutated metastatic pancreatic cancer that hasn’t progressed after platinum-based chemotherapy.
  • Prostate Cancer: Olparib 150 mg Tablet 60's is for BRCA-mutated metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer, often after prior hormonal therapy.

Medicinal Benefits

Olparib 150 mg Tablet 60's belongs to a group of medicines known as 'anti-cancer' drugs used to treat various cancers, including Ovarian, breast, pancreatic, and prostate.  Olparib 150 mg Tablet 60's contains Olaparib, a targeted drug called a PARP inhibitor. PARP (polyadenosine 5’-diphosphoribose polymerase) is a protein that helps damaged cells repair themselves. Olaparib stops PARP working. Some cancer cells rely on PARP to keep their DNA healthy. So, the cancer cells die when Olaparib stops PARP from repairing DNA damage.

FAQs

The substitutes of Olparib 150 mg Tablet 60's contain the same active salt(s) - OLAPARIB-150MG. However, they may differ in price, manufacturing quality, and inactive ingredients. Speak to your doctor to find a suitable option.

Switching to a generic substitute medicine in the place of Olparib 150 mg Tablet 60's is often possible if it has the same salt, strength, and dosage form. But always check with your doctor before making any changes to your medication.

Generics versions of Olparib 150 mg Tablet 60's are typically more affordable because they don’t include the original brand's research, development, and marketing costs. They contain the same active ingredient and are approved for safety and effectiveness.

Most people don’t notice any difference. However, some may react to different fillers or coatings. If you notice any unusual symptoms after switching, consult your doctor.

Make sure the new medicine has the same active salt, strength, dosage form. Always confirm the change with your doctor or pharmacist.

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