TIPIRACIL

Overview

TIPIRACIL is a Schedule H drug.
Tipiracil and trifluridine is a combination cancer medicine that interferes with the growth and spread of cancer cells in the body.Tipiracil and trifluridine is used to treat colorectal cancer that has spread to other parts of the bodyIt is a single product containing trifluridine and tipiracil.

Usage

TIPIRACIL is generally used to treat: Colorectal Cancer
TIPIRACIL can address symptoms like: Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Abdomen Pain, Abdomen Stomach Cramps, Abdomen Bloating Or Fullness, Fatigue (tiredness), Weight Loss (unintentional), Constipation

Frequently Asked Questions

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

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

How Do I Take It?

TIPIRACIL is generally taken After Food.
Route of Administration: Oral

Precautions

  • Before and during your treatment with tipiracil and trifluridine, you will need blood tests.
  • You should not use this medicine if you are allergic to tipiracil or trifluridine.
  • Do not miss any scheduled appointments.Follow all directions on your prescription label. Do not use tipiracil and trifluridine in larger or smaller amounts or for longer than recommended.
  • Tipiracil and trifluridine should be taken within 1 hour after your morning and evening meals.
  • Tipiracil and trifluridine is given in a 28-day treatment cycle.
  • Wash your hands after handling tipiracil and trifluridine tablets.
  • Caregivers who touch or handle the tablets should wear rubber gloves.
  • Do not take extra medicine to make up the missed dose.Avoid being near people who are sick or have infections. Tell your doctor at once if you develop signs of infection.
  • Tipiracil and trifluridine can pass into body fluids. Caregivers should wear rubber gloves while cleaning up a patient’s body fluids, handling contaminated trash or laundry or changing diapers.
  • Wash hands before and after removing gloves. Wash soiled clothing and linens separately from other laundry.Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without the consent of your doctor. Avoid contact with people who have recently received live vaccines.

Common Side-Effects

TIPIRACIL : Anemia, Diarrhoea, Neutropenia, Abdomen Pain, Nausea, Vomit, Loss Of Appetite, Fever, Loose Motion, Fatigue (tiredness), Weakness (generalized), Pale Skin, Throat Soreness, Frequent Urge To Urinate, Head Headache, Runny Nose, Decreased Taste, Decreased Appetite

Serious Side-Effects

TIPIRACIL : Thrombocytopenia, Bone Marrow Suppression, Intestinal Obstruction, Black (tar) Colored Stools, Gums Bleeding, Blood Or Red Colored Urine, Bloody Or Red Colored Stools, Pain With Urination, Lower Back Pain, Difficulty Urinating, Difficulty Breathing, Easy Bleeding, Hair Loss, Mouth Swelling

Technical Classification

TIPIRACIL is categorized as: ANTINEOPLASTIC COMBINATIONS / ANTINEOPLASTICS

Storage Conditions

Room Temperature (Between 15 To 25 C)

Available Alternatives

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