Campto

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Campto Information

Campto is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Ovarian Cancer, Colorectal Cancer. The alternative uses of Campto have also been explained below.

The optimal dosage of Campto is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

The most common side effects of Campto are Fatigue, Weakness. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Campto as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Campto are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

In addition, Campto's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. It is important to know if Campto has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Campto related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Dehydration, Diarrhea (Loose Motions) must refrain from the use of Campto since this can cause severe adverse effects. The section on Campto contraindications lists all such conditions.

Drug interactions for Campto have been reported in the medical literature. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Campto is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.



Campto Benefits & Uses

Campto is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Campto 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: Colorectal Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 Weekly
  • Course Duration: 4 weeks
  • Special Instructions: intravenously over 90 minutes
Geriatric
  • Disease: Colorectal Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 Weekly
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: intravenously over 90 minutes


Campto Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Campto is used -

Severe

Mild

Common

Campto Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Campto safe for pregnant women?


    Campto can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Campto safe during breastfeeding?


    Campto should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Campto on the Kidneys?


    Campto may have mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Campto on the Liver?


    Campto may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Campto on the Heart?


    You can take Campto without any fear of damage to the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Campto with Other Drugs

Campto should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate



Campto Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Campto

  • Is this Campto habit forming or addictive?


    Forming a habit of Campto has not been reported.

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


    You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Campto. So it is best to avoid driving.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Yes, but consume Campto only on doctor's advice.

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


    There is no benefit of taking Campto for mental disorders.

    No

Campto Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Campto


    Taking Campto with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Campto


    Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Campto with alcohol.

    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 706-708

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 866

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



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