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Cosmegen is a prescription medicine that is available as a Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Testicular Cancer, Wilms Tumor. Cosmegen also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The correct dosage of Cosmegen depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Common side effects of Cosmegen include Nausea or vomiting, Diarrhoea, Hair Loss. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Cosmegen as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Cosmegen are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
Cosmegen's effect during pregnancy is Severe and Severe while nursing. In addition, Cosmegen's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Cosmegen related warnings section.
Other contraindications of Cosmegen have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Cosmegen may also adversely react with other medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Cosmegen is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Cosmegen is used to treat the following -
Main Benefits
Other 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
Age Group | Dosage |
Adult |
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Geriatric |
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13 - 18 years (Adolescent) |
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2 - 12 years (Child) |
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Adult(Male) |
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Adult(Female) |
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Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Cosmegen is used -
Common
Unknown
Is the use of Cosmegen safe for pregnant women?
Cosmegen has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Cosmegen without medical advice.
Is the use of Cosmegen safe during breastfeeding?
Cosmegen should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Cosmegen on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Cosmegen on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Cosmegen on the Liver?
Cosmegen may have mild side effects on the liver. Most people will never see any effect on the liver.
What is the effect of Cosmegen on the Heart?
Cosmegen is not harmful for the heart.
Cosmegen should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Cosmegen unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Cosmegen habit forming or addictive?
No, there is no any evidence that Cosmegen is addictive.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Cosmegen can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Cosmegen is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Cosmegen is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Cosmegen
You can take Cosmegen with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Cosmegen
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Cosmegen with alcohol.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 867
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Cosmegen® (dactinomycin)