Mito 40 Injection Benefits & Uses

Mito 40 Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Pancreatic Cancer

Other Benefits

Mito 40 Injection Dosage & How to Take

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

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Pancreatic Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 20 mg/m² IV every 6-8 Weeks
Geriatric	Disease: Pancreatic Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 40 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: Given 20 mg/m² IV every 6-8 Weeks

Mito 40 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Mito 40 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Mito should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Mito 40 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Mito. It should only be taken after medical advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Mito 40 Injection on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Mito. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Mito 40 Injection on the Liver?

Mito is not harmful for the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Mito 40 Injection on the Heart?

Side effects of Mito rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Mito 40 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Mito 40 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Infertility
Bleeding
Kidney Disease
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Mito 40 Injection

Is this Mito 40 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Mito 40 Injection is not addictive in nature.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

After taking Mito 40 Injection you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Mito 40 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

There is no benefit of taking Mito 40 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Mito 40 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Mito 40 Injection

It is safe to take Mito 40 Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Mito 40 Injection

Information about the interaction of Mito 40 Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 868-869

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 868

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Mitosol® (mitomycin)

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