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Actinocin is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Testicular Cancer, Wilms Tumor are some of its major therapeutic uses. Actinocin also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The optimal dosage of Actinocin 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.
Common side effects of Actinocin include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Hair Loss. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Actinocin can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Actinocin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Actinocin's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. It is important to know if Actinocin has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Actinocin related warnings section.
The section on Actinocin contraindications lists all such conditions.
Additionally, Actinocin may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Actinocin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Actinocin 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult(Male) |
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Adult(Female) |
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Is the use of Actinocin safe for pregnant women?
Actinocin has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Actinocin without medical advice.
Is the use of Actinocin safe during breastfeeding?
Actinocin 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 Actinocin on the Kidneys?
Actinocin rarely harms the kidneys.
What is the effect of Actinocin on the Liver?
Actinocin is rarely harmful for the liver.
What is the effect of Actinocin on the Heart?
Actinocin is not harmful for the heart.
Actinocin should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Actinocin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Actinocin habit forming or addictive?
Forming a habit of Actinocin has not been reported.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Actinocin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Actinocin can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Actinocin should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Actinocin in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Actinocin
Taking Actinocin with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Actinocin
Information about the interaction of Actinocin and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 867
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cosmegen® (dactinomycin)