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About Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml
Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml belongs to a class of chemotherapy drugs used to treat various cancer conditions, including testicular tumours or cancer of the testicles, lung cancer (small cell lung cancer; SCLC). Besides this, it can also be used in treating Monoblastic leukaemia (AML M5) and acute myelomonoblastic leukaemia (AML M4). Cancer is a genetic change in which our cells divide uncontrollably and spread into surrounding tissues.
Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml contains Etoposide, which is a podophyllotoxin derivative. It works by inhibiting an enzyme responsible for cancer cell proliferation and induces cell death (apoptosis). As a result, the growth and spread of cancer cells are stopped or slowed down.
Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Sometimes, Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml may use certain side effects such as myelosuppression (bone marrow activity is decreased), leucopenia (reduction in the number of white cells in the blood), thrombocytopenia (deficiency of platelets), anaemia (deficiency of red cells), anorexia (lack or loss of appetite for food), fatigue (extreme tiredness), drowsiness, nausea, vomiting, alopecia, liver and kidney functional impairment, leukaemia, hypotension, haemorrhage, abdominal pain, diarrhoea, stomatitis (inflammation of the mucous membrane), hepatic dysfunction and increased bilirubin levels etc. Most of these side effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side effects persistently.
Inform your doctor if you are allergic or hypersensitive to any component present in the Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml or if you are pregnant, plan to have a baby or are breastfeeding. You should not become pregnant or breastfeed while receiving an etoposide injection. If you become pregnant while on treatment with etoposide, call your doctor. Before taking the Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml, inform your doctor about your medical history and ongoing therapies to rule out any potential adverse effects or interactions. Alcohol should be avoided during treatment with this medicine. You must not drive or operate machinery while receiving Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml.
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Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml is a chemotherapeutic medication that contains Etoposide. It is primarily used with other medications to treat testicular cancer that has not improved or worsened after treatment with other medications or radiation therapy. Etoposide injection is also used in conjunction with other drugs to treat a certain kind of lung cancer (small cell lung cancer; SCLC). It can also be used to treat monoblastic leukaemia (AML M5) and acute myelomonoblastic leukaemia (AML M4). Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml acts by blocking an enzyme that promotes cancer cell proliferation and induces cell death (apoptosis). As a result, the growth and spread of cancer cells are halted or inhibited.
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Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml is not recommended to use if you are allergic to etoposide, podophyllotoxines or podophyllotoxin-derivatives or any other ingredients of this medicine; If your liver is not working properly; If your bone marrow does not produce enough blood cells; If you are breast-feeding; If you have a weak immune system and you are being vaccinated against yellow fever at the same time. So, inform your doctor about your medical history and ongoing therapies. Etoposide can significantly reduce the number of blood cells in your bone marrow. Before and during your therapy, your doctor will prescribe laboratory testing on a regular basis. A decrease in the number of blood cells in your body might produce symptoms and raise your chance of developing a serious infection or bleeding. If you notice any of the following symptoms, contact your doctor immediately.
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Alcohol
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Avoid alcohol consumption while on treatment with Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml.
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Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml should not be used in pregnant women as it is known to cause fetal damage. Also, a gap of 6 months should be maintained between the last dose of Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml and your next pregnancy. Hence, inform your doctor if you are planning a pregnancy.
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Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml should not be used in breastfeeding. Discuss with your doctor if you have any concerns.
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Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml may impact your ability to drive or operate machinery, so do not drive or do activities that require your mental alertness after taking this medicine.
Liver
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Inform your doctor before receiving the Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml if you have had a liver impairment/disorder history. Your doctor will prescribe only if the benefits outweigh the risks.
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Dose adjustment may be needed in patients with kidney impairment. Please inform your doctor if you have kidney impairment or any concerns.
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Safety and effectiveness in children have not been established.
Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml is used to treat Testicular cancer, small cell lung cancer, monoblastic leukaemia (AML M5) and acute myelomonoblastic leukaemia (AML M4).
Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml contains Etoposide, which is used to treat various types of cancers. It works by inhibiting an enzyme responsible for cancer cell proliferation and induces cell death (apoptosis). As a result, the growth and spread of cancer cells are stopped or slowed down.
While taking Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml, make sure you visit your doctor at all the appointments to ensure that treatment works. Regular monitoring of blood and urine tests and weight checks are required. An effective way of contraception should be used by both men and women while taking the Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml.
Do not stop taking Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml on your own. Take Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml for as long as your doctor prescribes it, depending on your medical condition. Do not hesitate to speak with your doctor if you experience difficulty while taking Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml.
Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml can make you more likely to get infections or may worsen any current infections. Avoid contact with people with infections that may spread to others (such as chickenpox, measles, or flu). Consult your doctor if you have been exposed to an infection or for more details.
The live vaccine may not work while on treatment with Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml. Do not have immunizations/vaccinations without talking to your doctor first. Also, avoid contact with people who recently had immunizations /vaccinations.
Etoposide can cause a significant decrease in the number of blood cells in your bone marrow. Your doctor will order laboratory testing on a regular basis before and during your therapy.
Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml contains Etoposide, which is a podophyllotoxin derivative used to treat cancer of the testicles, lung cancer, Monoblastic leukaemia (AML M5) and acute myelomonoblastic leukaemia (AML M4).
The side effects of Etopxel 100 Injection 5 ml include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, loss of appetite, temporary hair loss, blood disorders, changes in skin colour, constipation, weakness, dizziness, diarrhoea, and injection site reactions. Consult the doctor if any of these side effects persist or worsen.
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