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Epitaz 100mg Injection 1s

by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Epirubicin (100mg)

₹2890

Epitaz 100mg Injection 1s

Introduction to Epitaz 100mg Injection 1s

It is given as a drip or infusion vein with extreme caution by a qualified medical professional. It can be used alone, or sometimes given together with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy. Your doctor will decide what dose is necessary and how often you need to take it. This will depend on what you are being treated for and may change from time to time. You should take it exactly as your doctor has advised. Taking it in the wrong way or taking too much can cause very serious side effects. It may take several weeks or months for you to see or feel the benefits but do not stop taking it unless your doctor tells you to. It makes contraceptive pills less effective, so it advised to both male and female to use reliable contraception during the treatment.

The most common side effects of this medicine include nausea, low blood platelets, hair loss, absence of menstrual periods, fever and rash. It is known to reduce the number of blood cells in your blood thereby, increasing the susceptibility to infections. Infections can sometimes be life threatening. Regular blood tests are required to monitor your blood cells along with kidney, liver and heart function during treatment with this medicine.

Before taking this medicine, tell your doctor if you have liver disease, or have heart problem. Your doctor should also know about all other medicines you are taking as many of these may make this medicine less effective or change the way it works. Inform your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding.

Safety Advice for Epitaz 100mg Injection 1s

  • High risk
  • Moderate risk
  • Safe
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It is unsafe to consume alcohol with Epitaz 100mg Injection.

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Epitaz 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.

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Epitaz 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.

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Epitaz 100mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.<BR>Epitaz 100mg Injection may cause episodes of nausea and vomiting, which can temporarily lead to an impairment of the ability to drive.

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Epitaz 100mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Epitaz 100mg Injection may not be needed in these patients. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Lower doses may be considered in patients with serum creatinine > 5 mg/dL.

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Epitaz 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Epitaz 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Use of Epitaz 100mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

How Epitaz 100mg Injection 1s works

Epitaz 100mg Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by suppressing the activity of an enzyme (topoisomerase II) involved in DNA multiplication of the breast cancer cells. It also forms harmful chemicals (free radicals) which cause DNA damage. This slows the growth of breast cancer cells and eventually kills them.

How To Use Epitaz 100mg Injection 1s

  • Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Side Effects Of Epitaz 100mg Injection 1s

  • Low blood platelets
  • Nausea
  • Hair loss
  • Absence of menstrual periods
  • Fever
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Diarrhea
  • Weight loss
  • Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
  • Hot flashes
  • Gastrointestinal inflammation
  • Rash
  • Low energy
  • Eye disorder

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FAQ's on Epitaz 100mg Injection 1s

Is Epitaz a doxorubicin?

Epitaz and doxorubicin are both anticancer agents that belong to the anthracycline group

What is Epitaz used for?

Epitaz is used in the treatment of various cancers including cancer of the breast, ovary, stomach, lung, bowel or rectum, malignant lymphomas (a type of blood cancer of infection-fighting cells of the blood) such as Hodgkins disease and non-Hodgkins lymphoma, leukemia (blood cancer), multiple myeloma (a type of blood cancer of infection-fighting cells of the blood). It may be used in bladder cancers and to prevent reoccurrence of bladder cancer after surgery

Is Epitaz a vesicant (agent that causes tissue blistering and damage)?

Yes, Epitaz is a vesicant it may cause tissue blistering if it leaks out of the vein

How is Epitaz given?

Epitaz is given by injection into the vein or through a catheter into the bladder

How effective is Epitaz?

Epitaz is effective in the treatment of various cancers including cancer of the breast, ovary, stomach, lung, bowel or rectum, malignant lymphomas (a type of blood cancer of infection-fighting cells of the blood) such as Hodgkins disease and non-Hodgkins lymphoma, leukemia (blood cancer), multiple myeloma (a type of blood cancer of infection-fighting cells of the blood). It may be used in bladder cancers and to prevent reoccurrence of bladder cancer after surgery. It effectively slows or stops the growth of cancer cells in the body

Is Epitaz an antibiotic?

Epitaz is an anticancer antibiotic

How much does Epitaz cost?

The price of Epitaz may vary depending upon the brand prescribed to you. Please read the instruction on the package for the correct price of the product.

Is Epitaz an anthracycline?

Yes, Epitaz belongs to anthracycline class of anti-cancer medicines

What is Epitaz made from?

Epitaz is made from natural products produced by species of soil fungus Streptomyces

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Epitaz 100mg Injection 1s

by Intas Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Epirubicin (100mg)

₹2890

Epitaz 100mg Injection 1s

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