Etoposide



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Etoposide Information



Etoposide Injection Benefits & Uses

Etoposide Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Etoposide 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


Etoposide Injection Side Effects

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

Severe

Moderate

Mild

  • Nausea or vomiting
  • Weakness
  • पेट दर्द
  • Hair Loss
  • Loss of appetite
  • Chills
  • Cough
  • Diarrhoea
  • Flushing

Etoposide Injection Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Etoposide Injection safe for pregnant women?


    Etoposide 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 Etoposide Injection safe during breastfeeding?


    Taking Etoposide may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Etoposide should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Etoposide Injection on the Kidneys?


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

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Etoposide Injection on the Liver?


    There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Etoposide. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

    Moderate
  • What is the effect of Etoposide Injection on the Heart?


    Etoposide is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Etoposide Injection with Other Drugs

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

Moderate



Etoposide Injection Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Etoposide Injection

  • Is this Etoposide Injection habit forming or addictive?


    Etoposide Injection is not addictive in nature.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Etoposide Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    Etoposide Injection is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Etoposide Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Etoposide Injection


    Taking Etoposide Injection with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Etoposide Injection


    Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Etoposide Injection.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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



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