Erlotinib is a drug that targets the EGFR, which is often mutated in lung and pancreatic cancers. You can get it in three strengths: 25, 100, or 150 milligrams. The usual dose for grown-ups is 150 mg, taken every day on an empty stomach if possible.
Each bottle has 30 pills, so it’s easy to keep track of your treatment. Erlotinib stops a signal in cancer cells that helps them grow and live. It’s been proven to help people with these cancers live longer without their disease getting worse.
