Lipeg Information

Lipeg is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Kaposi's Sarcoma. Other than this, Lipeg has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.

The optimal dosage of Lipeg is largely dependent on the individual's body weight, medical history, gender and age. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.

Some other side effects of Lipeg have been listed ahead. Such side effects of Lipeg normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

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

The section on Lipeg contraindications lists all such conditions.

Additionally, Lipeg may also adversely react with other medicines. See below for a complete list.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Lipeg is safe while driving, and is is addictive in nature.

Lipeg Benefits & Uses
Lipeg Dosage & How to Take
Lipeg Side Effects
Lipeg Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Lipeg with Other Drugs
Lipeg Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Lipeg
Lipeg Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Lipeg Benefits & Uses

Lipeg is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Cancer: causes, symptoms, treatment, medicines, prevention and medicines

Lipeg 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: Kaposi's Sarcoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/m2 Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Kaposi's Sarcoma Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 20 mg/m2 Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult(Female)	Disease: Ovarian Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg/m2 Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Lipeg Related Warnings

Is the use of Lipeg safe for pregnant women?

Lipeg should not be taken during pregnancy, or should only be taken on the advice of a doctor as it may have severe side effects.

Severe
Is the use of Lipeg safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Lipeg on the Kidneys?

Lipeg rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Lipeg on the Liver?

Side effects of Lipeg rarely affect the liver.

Mild
What is the effect of Lipeg on the Heart?

Side effects of Lipeg rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Lipeg with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Citalopram

Gatifloxacin

Moderate

Paclitaxel

Phenobarbital

Progesterone

Amoxicillin,Omeprazole,Clarithromycin

Lipeg Contraindications

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

Drug Allergies
Infections
Anemia
Heart Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Lipeg

Is this Lipeg habit forming or addictive?

Lipeg is not addictive in nature.

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

Lipeg does not cause dizziness or sleep, so you can drive a vehicle or operate machinery also.

Safe
Is it safe?

Lipeg should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, the use of Lipeg in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Lipeg Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Lipeg

Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Lipeg and food will interact.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Lipeg

Information about the interaction of Lipeg and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown