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| Brand | United Biotech Pvt Ltd. |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | United Biotech Pvt Ltd. |
| Prescription required | Yes |
Topotec 2.5mg Injection
Topotecan (2.5mg)
Description
Topotec 2.5mg Injection is used in the treatment of ovarian cancer. It shows its working by stopping or slowing down the growth of cancer cells. Topotec 2.5mg Injection is given as an IV infusion into vein by a qualified medical professional. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. The most common side effects of this medicine include tiredness, vomiting, weakness, nausea, and abdominal pain. This medicine may reduce the number of blood cells (decrease red blood and white blood cells) in your blood, thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Inform your doctor if you notice fever, chills, sore throat, and severe diarrhea. Regular blood tests are required to check your blood cells along with heart, liver, and blood uric acid levels. Before taking it, tell your doctor if you have heart disease, liver, or kidney problems or are taking any medicines to treat infections. Many other medicines can affect, or be affected by, this medicine so let your healthcare team know all medications you are using. This medicine is not recommended during pregnancy or while breastfeeding. The use of effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is important to avoid pregnancy.Benefits
1. In Ovarian cancer: Ovarian cancer is a cancer that begins in the female organs that produce eggs (ovaries). This type of cancer is usually detected very late and can be fatal too. It usually spreads to the pelvis and stomach. Topotec 2.5mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells. It is an effective medicine but has some side effects that may be bothersome. Consult your doctor to know about ways that can help you avoid these side effects.How to Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.Specification
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.Side Effects
Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them. Common side effects of Topotec: - Tiredness - Vomiting - Weakness - Nausea - Abdominal pain - Indigestion - Decreased white blood cell count - Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets) - Diarrhea - Injection site reactions (pain, swelling, redness)Diese Angaben dienen nur als Referenz. Lassen Sie sich vor der Anwendung eines Medikaments von medizinischem Fachpersonal beraten.