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Etoglan, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer, Testicular Cancer.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Etoglan. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Etoglan as well, which are listed below. These side effects of Etoglan are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Etoglan has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Etoglan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.
Etoglan is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Bleeding, Neutropenia as it can result in adverse effects. Other contraindications of Etoglan have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Drug interactions for Etoglan have been reported in the medical literature. See below for a complete list.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Etoglan is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Etoglan is used to treat the following -
Main 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
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Etoglan is used -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
Is the use of Etoglan safe for pregnant women?
Etoglan should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.
Is the use of Etoglan safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Etoglan. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Etoglan on the Kidneys?
There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Etoglan. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Etoglan on the Liver?
You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Etoglan. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.
What is the effect of Etoglan on the Heart?
Etoglan is not harmful for the heart.
Etoglan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Etoglan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Etoglan habit forming or addictive?
Etoglan is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Etoglan you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, Etoglan is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Etoglan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Etoglan
You can take Etoglan with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Etoglan
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Etoglan with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
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