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Epithra 100mg Injection

by Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Epirubicin (100mg)

₹4277

Epithra 100mg Injection

Introduction to Epithra 100mg Injection

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.

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 Epithra 100mg Injection

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

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

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Epithra 100mg Injection may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.<BR>Epithra 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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Epithra 100mg Injection is probably safe to use in patients with kidney disease. Limited data available suggests that dose adjustment of Epithra 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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Epithra 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Epithra 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.<BR>Use of Epithra 100mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

How Epithra 100mg Injection works

Epithra 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 Epithra 100mg Injection

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

Benefits Of Epithra 100mg Injection

  • In Cancer

Side Effects Of Epithra 100mg Injection

  • Low blood platelets
  • Nausea
  • Absence of menstrual periods
  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Diarrhea

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FAQ's on Epithra 100mg Injection

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

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

Is Epithra an anthracycline?

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

How much does Epithra cost?

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

Is Epithra an antibiotic?

Epithra is an anticancer antibiotic

How effective is Epithra?

Epithra 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

What is Epithra made from?

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

Is Epithra a doxorubicin?

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

How is Epithra given?

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

What is Epithra used for?

Epithra 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

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Epithra 100mg Injection

by Glenmark Pharmaceuticals Ltd
Epirubicin (100mg)

₹4277

Epithra 100mg Injection

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