TOPOCAN 4MG INJ

Overview

TOPOCAN 4MG INJ is a Schedule H1 drug.

TOPOCAN 4MG INJ is composed of: TOPOTECAN (4.0 MG)

Topotecan is a cancer medicine that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body. Topotecan is used to treat ovarian cancer, small cell lung cancer, and certain types of cervical cancer. topotecan is sometimes given after other treatments have failed.

Usage

TOPOTECAN is generally used to treat: Ovarian Cancer, Small Cell Lung Cancer, Cervical Cancer

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Is it safe on my liver?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe on my kidney?
A: Check with your Doctor first

Q: Can I take it with alcohol?
A: Not Safe

Q: Is it safe for children?
A: Ask your doctor

Q: Can it be taken during pregnancy?
A: Studies indicate Risk – Doctor advice is must

Precautions for TOPOCAN 4MG INJ and its Constituents

Topotecan capsules are taken by mouth.Take the capsules with a full glass (8 ounces) of water. Do not crush or break a topotecan capsule, or use a capsule that has been accidentally broken. The medicine from a broken capsule can be dangerous if it gets in your eyes or on your skin. Contraindicated in pregnant and breastfeeding women, and hypersensitivity. Caution needed for patients with history of pre existing bone marrow depression. Frequent monitoring of blood counts during treatment. It may cause dizziness, do not drive a car or operate machinery while taking this medication. Avoid alcoholic beverages while taking this medication.

Common Side-Effects

TOPOTECAN : Diarrhoea, Nausea, Vomit, Fatigue (tiredness), Loss Of Appetite, Weakness (generalized), Fever, Hair Loss

Serious Side-Effects

TOPOTECAN : Cough, Shortness Of Breath

Rare Side-Effects

TOPOTECAN : Dizziness, Difficulty Breathing, Body Itching, Face Swelling

Disease Interactions

TOPOTECAN can interfere with: Bacterial Infection, Fungal Infection, Protozoal Infection, Viral Inection, Bone Marrow Suppression, Fever, Acute Renal Failure, Diarrhoea

Technical Classification

TOPOTECAN is categorized as: MISCELLANEOUS ANTINEOPLASTICS / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Available Alternatives for TOPOCAN 4MG INJ

What are the commonly available Substitutes?

TOPOCAN 4MG INJ

INR 2137.5 for 10 ML INJECTION

TOPOTECAN 4.0 MG

What are the other drugs with similar Ingredients?

CANTOP 2.5MG INJ	INR 4430.15 for 1 INJECTION	TOPOTECAN 2.5 MG
HYCAMTIN 1MG TAB	INR 7500 for 10 TABLETS	TOPOTECAN 1.0 MG
TOPOCAN 2.5MG INJ	INR 5000 for 10 ML INJECTION	TOPOTECAN 2.5 MG
TOPOTEC 2.5MG INJ	INR 5125 for 2.5 ML INJECTION	TOPOTECAN 2.5 MG
TOPOTECAN		TOPOTECAN