Topotec 2.5Mg Inj
About Topotec 2.5Mg Inj
Topotec 2.5Mg Inj belongs to a group of medicines called 'anti-cancer/anti-neoplastic agents', used to treat ovarian and small cell lung cancer. On the other hand, it may use to treat advanced cervical cancer if surgery or radiotherapy treatment is not possible. It may sometimes be used to treat other cancers. Ovarian cancer begins in the ovaries (a pair of female reproductive glands in which the ova, or eggs, are formed). Small-cell lung cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the lung tissues.
Topotec 2.5Mg Inj contains 'Topotecan'. It works by penetrating into the cell wall and binding to the cell's DNA, stopping it from naturally dividing and functioning, ultimately destroying it. These medicines target cancer cells because they often affect rapidly dividing cells.
The amount of medicine that you will receive depends on many factors, including your height and weight, your general health or other health problems, and the type of cancer or condition being treated. Your doctor will determine your dose and schedule. Topotec 2.5Mg Inj is prescribed by a doctor experienced in the use of medications to treat cancer. You may sometimes experience nausea, diarrhoea, vomiting, thrombocytopenia (a low platelet count), peripheral neuropathy (nerves malfunction), nephrotoxicity at high doses, and electrolyte disturbances. Most of these side effects of Topotec 2.5Mg Inj do not require medical attention and gradually resolve over time. However, if the side effects are persistent, reach out to your doctor.
To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Topotec 2.5Mg Inj for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop using the Topotec 2.5Mg Inj midway. Talk to your doctor before taking Topotec 2.5Mg Inj if you have severe allergic reactions to Topotec 2.5Mg Inj or other medicines or suffer from severe lung problems, Infections, renal dysfunction, hepatic disorders and blood cell counts are too low. Avoid taking Topotec 2.5Mg Inj if you are pregnant or breastfeeding because this Topotec 2.5Mg Inj can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this Topotec 2.5Mg Inj should use birth control to avoid pregnancy.
Uses of Topotec 2.5Mg Inj
Medicinal Benefits
Topotec 2.5Mg Inj contains 'Topotecan', which belongs to a group of anti-cancer medicines used to treat ovarian cancer and small cell lung cancer. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells, which stops their growth and multiplication. It can be used alone or together with other chemotherapy drugs depending on the type of cancer you have.
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Side Effects of Topotec 2.5Mg Inj
Drug Warnings
Topotec 2.5Mg Inj will be administered by a healthcare professional. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Topotec 2.5Mg Inj for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop Topotec 2.5Mg Inj midway. Talk to your doctor before taking Topotec 2.5Mg Inj if you have severe allergic reactions to Topotec 2.5Mg Inj or other medicines or suffer from severe lung problems, Infections, renal dysfunction, thrombocytopenia (a low platelet count), neutropenia (low white blood cell count), hepatic disorders. Topotec 2.5Mg Inj should not be employed in patients with severe bone marrow depression or significant bleeding. Avoid taking Topotec 2.5Mg Inj if you are pregnant or breastfeeding because this Topotec 2.5Mg Inj can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this Topotec 2.5Mg Inj should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. Peripheral blood counts should be frequently monitored during Topotec 2.5Mg Inj treatment and appropriate until recovery is achieved. Do not receive any kind of immunization or vaccination without your doctor's approval while taking the Topotec 2.5Mg Inj.
Drug Interactions
Drug-Drug Interactions: Topotec 2.5Mg Inj interacts with medicines used in the treatment of chemotherapy (e.g. Paclitaxel), angiogenesis inhibitors (e.g. bevacizumab) and anti-tumour antibiotic medications (e.g. Doxorubicin).
Drug-Food Interactions: Avoid the consumption of alcohol and caffeine while taking Topotec 2.5Mg Inj.
Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor before taking the Topotec 2.5Mg Inj. It requires close monitoring if you suffer from Infections (bacterial/fungal/protozoal/viral), bleeding disorders, myelosuppression, bone marrow depression/low blood counts, renal dysfunction or disorders, interstitial lung disease, and diarrhoea.
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Disease/Condition Glossary
Cancer: Cancer is a condition where cells in a specific body part grow and reproduce uncontrollably. The cancerous cells can invade and destroy surrounding healthy tissue, including organs. Cancer sometimes begins in one body part before spreading to other areas.
Ovarian cancer: Ovarian cancer is a type of cancer that begins in the ovaries (one of a pair of female reproductive glands in which the ova, or eggs, are formed).
Small cell lung cancer: Small cell lung cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the lung tissues.