Glanoxy 50 Injection Information

Glanoxy 50 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Colorectal Cancer. Secondary and off-label uses of Glanoxy 50 Injection have also been mentioned below.

The correct dosage of Glanoxy 50 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Glanoxy 50 Injection as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Glanoxy 50 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

It is also important to note that Glanoxy 50 Injection has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. Warnings related to Glanoxy 50 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Glanoxy 50 Injection is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Arrhythmia as it can result in adverse effects. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Glanoxy 50 Injection contraindications section.

Drug interactions for Glanoxy 50 Injection have been reported in the medical literature. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Glanoxy 50 Injection is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.

Glanoxy Benefits & Uses
Glanoxy Dosage & How to Take
Glanoxy Side Effects
Glanoxy Related Warnings
Glanoxy Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Glanoxy
Glanoxy Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Glanoxy 50 Injection Benefits & Uses

Glanoxy 50 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Colorectal Cancer

Glanoxy 50 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
Adult	Disease: Colorectal Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 140 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: Given 85 mg/m2 as IV infusion with combination of 5-fluorouracil/leucovorin in every 2 weeks
Geriatric	Disease: Colorectal Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 140 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: 6 months Special Instructions: Given 85 mg/m2 as IV infusion with combination of 5-fluorouracil/leucovorin in every 2 weeks

Glanoxy 50 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Glanoxy 50 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Glanoxy 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 Glanoxy 50 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Glanoxy may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Glanoxy 50 Injection on the Kidneys?

Glanoxy has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Glanoxy 50 Injection on the Liver?

Glanoxy may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Glanoxy 50 Injection on the Heart?

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

Moderate

Glanoxy 50 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Glanoxy 50 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Heart Disease
Liver Disease
Neutropenia
Peripheral Neuropathy
Arrhythmia

Frequently asked Questions about Glanoxy 50 Injection

Is this Glanoxy 50 Injection habit forming or addictive?

Glanoxy 50 Injection does not cause addiction.

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

No, you should not drive or operate heavy machinery after taking Glanoxy 50 Injection as you may feel sleepy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Glanoxy 50 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

There is no benefit of taking Glanoxy 50 Injection for mental disorders.

No

Glanoxy 50 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Glanoxy 50 Injection

You can take Glanoxy 50 Injection with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Glanoxy 50 Injection

Consuming Glanoxy 50 Injection with alcohol can have many serious effects on your body.

Severe

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

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