Thiotepa



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Thiotepa Information



Thiotepa Benefits & Uses

Thiotepa is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Thiotepa 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(Female)
  • Disease: Ovarian Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult
  • Disease: Lymphoma
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric
  • Disease: Ovarian Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 0.2 mg/kg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: doctor administered
  • Course Duration: As directed by the doctor
  • Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor


Thiotepa Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Thiotepa is used -

Common

Thiotepa Related Warnings

  • Is the use of Thiotepa safe for pregnant women?


    Thiotepa 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 Thiotepa safe during breastfeeding?


    Thiotepa should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.

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


    Thiotepa has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

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


    Thiotepa has very mild side effects on the liver.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Thiotepa on the Heart?


    Thiotepa is not harmful for the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Thiotepa with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate



Thiotepa Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Thiotepa

  • Is this Thiotepa habit forming or addictive?


    No, there is no any evidence that Thiotepa is addictive.

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


    After taking Thiotepa, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Thiotepa can make you drowsy.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Thiotepa should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    No, Thiotepa is not used to treat mental disorders.

    No

Thiotepa Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Thiotepa


    Taking Thiotepa with food does not cause any problems.

    Safe
  • Interaction between Alcohol and Thiotepa


    No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Thiotepa with alcohol will be.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience


References

US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Tepadina® (thiotepa)



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