Tarceva® 150mg Tablets (Erlotinib) – Targeted Therapy (Rx)

Quick answer: Tarceva® 150mg contains erlotinib, a targeted tablet for non-small cell lung cancer with an EGFR mutation. It blocks a signal that helps these cancer cells grow. You take it by mouth at home, under your oncologist’s care. MedHub supplies it on prescription and delivers it to every city in Pakistan.

For patients and families

What is Tarceva 150mg?

Tarceva is Roche’s brand of erlotinib. It belongs to a group of medicines called EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitors. These tablets switch off the EGFR protein, which some lung cancers depend on to grow and spread. Each pack contains 30 tablets of 150mg.

What is it used for?

Oncologists prescribe Tarceva for:

• Non-small cell lung cancer (NSCLC): advanced or spread disease that carries an EGFR mutation, found on a test of the tumour
• Pancreatic cancer: advanced disease, together with the chemotherapy medicine gemcitabine

For lung cancer, Tarceva works best when the tumour has a specific EGFR mutation, so your doctor checks the test result before you start.

How is it taken?

Tarceva is a tablet you swallow at home. Your doctor decides the dose, and your doctor or pharmacist explains when to take it in relation to meals. Keep taking it for as long as your oncologist advises, and do not stop on your own.

Tell your doctor if you smoke, because smoking can make Tarceva work less well. Also tell them about every other medicine you use, including acidity tablets, because some of them change how your body absorbs erlotinib.

Common side effects

• An acne-like rash on the face, chest or back, and dry or itchy skin
• Diarrhoea
• Loss of appetite and tiredness
• Sore or dry eyes and mouth ulcers

Your doctor can treat most of these side effects, so mention them early. Call your doctor straight away if you develop sudden breathlessness or a new cough, severe or ongoing diarrhoea, yellow skin or eyes, or painful red eyes.

Storage

Store the tablets in the original pack below 30°C, away from moisture and out of the reach of children.

How to order from MedHub

1. Send a photo of your prescription on WhatsApp.
2. Our pharmacist confirms the price and stock with you.
3. We deliver the pack to your home or hospital anywhere in Pakistan.

Families in the UAE, UK, Saudi Arabia and over the world often arrange Tarceva for parents in Pakistan through us. You can also look at Avastin 100mg (bevacizumab), which oncologists also use in lung cancer, or browse all oncology medicines.

For healthcare professionals

• Composition: erlotinib 150 mg (as erlotinib hydrochloride) film-coated tablets
• Drug class: EGFR tyrosine kinase inhibitor
• Indications: locally advanced or metastatic NSCLC with EGFR activating mutations (first-line, maintenance and after prior chemotherapy); metastatic pancreatic cancer in combination with gemcitabine
• Mechanism: reversibly inhibits the intracellular tyrosine kinase domain of EGFR (HER1), blocking downstream signalling and tumour cell proliferation
• Label dose: NSCLC 150 mg once daily; pancreatic cancer 100 mg once daily with gemcitabine; take at least 1 hour before or 2 hours after food
• Interactions: avoid proton pump inhibitors where possible; strong CYP3A4 inhibitors raise and inducers lower exposure; smoking reduces exposure
• Monitoring: watch for interstitial lung disease, severe diarrhoea, hepatotoxicity, skin reactions and corneal disorders
• Storage: below 30°C; protect from moisture
• Manufacturer: F. Hoffmann-La Roche Ltd, Switzerland
• Marketed in Pakistan by: Roche Pakistan Ltd
• Pack: 30 tablets

Frequently asked questions

What is Tarceva 150mg used for?

Tarceva 150mg treats advanced non-small cell lung cancer that carries an EGFR mutation. Doctors also use erlotinib with gemcitabine for advanced pancreatic cancer.

What is the price of Tarceva 150mg in Pakistan?

Tarceva 150mg costs Rs 110,000 per pack of 30 tablets at MedHub . Prices can change with supply, so message us on WhatsApp for today’s price before you order.

Do I need an EGFR test before taking Tarceva?

Yes, for lung cancer. Tarceva works best when the tumour carries an EGFR mutation, so your oncologist checks a tumour test result before prescribing it.

Can I get Tarceva in Lahore, Karachi or Peshawar?

Yes. MedHub delivers Tarceva across Pakistan, including Islamabad, Rawalpindi, Lahore, Karachi, Peshawar, Multan and Faisalabad.

Do I need a prescription to buy Tarceva?

Yes. Tarceva is a prescription-only medicine. Send a clear photo of your oncologist’s prescription on WhatsApp, and our pharmacist checks it before confirming your order.

What are the common side effects of Tarceva?

The most common side effects are an acne-like skin rash and diarrhoea. Some people also feel tired, lose their appetite or get sore eyes. Your doctor can treat most of these, so report them early.

How should I store Tarceva tablets?

Store Tarceva in its original pack below 30°C, away from moisture and out of the reach of children. It does not need a fridge.

Can I order Tarceva for my parents in Pakistan from abroad?

Yes. Many families in the UAE, UK and Saudi Arabia order Tarceva through MedHub for parents in Pakistan. Share the prescription on WhatsApp, and our team guides you through payment and delivery to their home or hospital.

Last updated: 3 October 2026

This information is for general awareness only and is not medical advice. Always consult your doctor before starting, stopping or changing any medicine.