What to Expect When Taking Tykerb

Tykerb is always prescribed with the chemotherapy medication Xeloda. Both medications are pills that are taken orally. Treatment with Tykerb can be continued indefinitely in order to keep the cancer under control. Your doctor would only stop you from taking Tykerb if the cancer stopped responding to it or if you experience any severe side effects.

If your doctor decides to prescribe Tykerb, you may be eligible to participate in the Tykerb CARES program, sponsored by GlaxoSmithKline (the maker of Tykerb). Tykerb CARES will help you with finding a pharmacy that distributes Tykerb and assist with insurance reimbursement and coverage issues. For more information, you can also call 1-866-4-TYKERB (1-866-489-5372).