Ertican

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  • Manufactured by: Cipla Ltd
  • Contains / Salt: Irinotecan (40 mg)

Ertican Information

Ertican is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Ovarian Cancer, Colorectal Cancer. The alternative uses of Ertican have also been explained below.

The correct dosage of Ertican depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Ertican also has some side effects, the most common being Fatigue, Weakness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Ertican can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Normally, these side effects of Ertican 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.

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

Ertican can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Ertican in conditions like Dehydration, Diarrhea (Loose Motions). Some other conditions that can be affected by Ertican are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Ertican may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to the above precautions for Ertican, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.



Ertican Benefits & Uses

Ertican is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Ertican 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

Ertican Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Ertican safe for pregnant women?


    Ertican has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Ertican without medical advice.

    Severe
  • Is the use of Ertican safe during breastfeeding?


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

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


    Ertican has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

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


    There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Ertican. 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 Ertican on the Heart?


    Using Ertican does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Ertican with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Ertican Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Ertican

  • Is this Ertican habit forming or addictive?


    Ertican is not addictive in nature.

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


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

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Ertican 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?


    Ertican is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Ertican Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Ertican


    You can take Ertican with food.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Ertican


    Information about the interaction of Ertican 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 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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