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Etoplast is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection, Capsule. Small Cell Lung Cancer, Testicular Cancer are some of its major therapeutic uses.
The right dosage of Etoplast depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Etoplast as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Etoplast normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Etoplast has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Etoplast's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Etoplast can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Etoplast in conditions like Bleeding, Neutropenia. The section on Etoplast contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Etoplast may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
You should also be aware that Etoplast is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Etoplast is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.
Find the right dosage based on disease and age
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Is the use of Etoplast safe for pregnant women?
Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Etoplast. If you are pregnant, do not take Etoplast without a doctor's advice.
Is the use of Etoplast safe during breastfeeding?
Etoplast should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Etoplast on the Kidneys?
Kidney can be affected by Etoplast. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it. You should take it again only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Etoplast on the Liver?
Etoplast can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Etoplast on the Heart?
You can take Etoplast without any fear of damage to the heart.
Etoplast should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Etoplast unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etoplast habit forming or addictive?
Etoplast does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Etoplast. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Etoplast only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
There is no benefit of taking Etoplast for mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Etoplast
Taking Etoplast with food is safe.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etoplast
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Etoplast and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Etopophos® (etoposide phosphate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 866