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Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's

Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's

About Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's

Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's 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.

Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's 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. Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's 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 Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's 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 Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop using the Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's midway. Talk to your doctor before taking Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's if you have severe allergic reactions to Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's or other medicines or suffer from severe lung problems, Infections, renal dysfunction, hepatic disorders and blood cell counts are too low. Avoid taking Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding because this Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's should use birth control to avoid pregnancy.

Uses of Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's

Ovarian cancer and Small cell lung cancer

Medicinal Benefits

Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's 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.

Directions for Use

Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's will be administered by a qualified healthcare professional. Hence, do not self-administer.

Storage

Store in a cool and dry place away from sunlight

Side Effects of Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's

  • Feeling generally weak and tired (temporary anaemia)
  • Low white blood cell count (neutropenia)
  • Unusual bruising or bleeding
  • Weight loss and loss of appetite (anorexia)
  • Tiredness
  • Weakness
  • Feeling sick (nausea)
  • Being sick (vomiting)
  • Diarrhoea
  • Stomach pain
  • Constipation
  • Inflammation and ulcers of the mouth, tongue or gums
  • Inflammation and ulcers of the mouth, tongue or gums
  • High body temperature (fever)
  • Hair loss
  • Headache
  • Allergic or hypersensitivity reactions (rash)
  • Yellow skin
  • Itching sensation
  • Feeling unwell (malaise)
  • Deficiency of the blood (pancytopenia)

Drug Warnings

Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's will be administered by a healthcare professional. To treat your condition effectually, continue taking Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's for as long as your doctor has prescribed. Do not stop Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's midway. Talk to your doctor before taking Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's if you have severe allergic reactions to Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's 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. Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's should not be employed in patients with severe bone marrow depression or significant bleeding. Avoid taking Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's if you are pregnant or breastfeeding because this Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's can cause harmful effects on the unborn baby. Both women and men using this Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's should use birth control to avoid pregnancy. Peripheral blood counts should be frequently monitored during Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's treatment and appropriate until recovery is achieved. Do not receive any kind of immunization or vaccination without your doctor's approval while taking the Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's.

Drug Interactions

Drug-Drug Interactions: Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's 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 Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's.

Drug-Disease Interactions: Inform your doctor before taking the Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's. 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.

Drug-Drug Interactions Checker List

  • PACLITAXEL
  • BEVACIZUMAB

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Diet & Lifestyle Advise

  • De-stress yourself by meditating, reading books, taking a warm bubble bath or listening to soothing music.
  • Performing yoga may also help in improving both physical and mental health.
  • Maintain a healthy weight by performing regular low-strain exercises and eating healthy food.
  • Eat a healthy diet and exercise regularly to maintain proper weight.
  • Include leafy vegetables, citrus fruits, fatty fish, berries, yoghurt, apples, peaches, cauliflower, cabbage, broccoli, beans, and herbs.
  • Get optimal sleep; rest well.
  • Avoid smoking and alcohol consumption.
  • Avoid fast food, fried food, processed meats, refined carbs and added sugars.

Special Advise

  • Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's should be taken under strict medical supervision. The doctor will regularly monitor your condition while taking Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's.
  • Your doctor may get routine blood tests done to monitor your liver function, electrolyte levels, and blood cell count in your blood.
  • Peripheral blood counts should be frequently monitored during Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's treatment and, when appropriate until recovery is achieved.
  • Avoid unnecessary or prolonged exposure to sunlight and UV light (such as tanning booths) and wear protective clothing, sunglasses, and sunscreen. Topowin 2.5 mg Injection 1's may make your skin sensitive to sunlight.

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.

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