Chemosid Benefits & Uses

Chemosid is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Lung Cancer

Chemosid 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(Male)	Disease: Testicular Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 166 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Testicular Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 166 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Adult	Disease: Small Cell Lung Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 50 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Chemosid Related Warnings

Is the use of Chemosid safe for pregnant women?

Chemosid 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 Chemosid safe during breastfeeding?

Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Chemosid. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.

Severe
What is the effect of Chemosid on the Kidneys?

Chemosid can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Chemosid on the Liver?

The liver can be affected by Chemosid. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Chemosid only after medical advice.

Moderate
What is the effect of Chemosid on the Heart?

Chemosid is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Chemosid with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Lovastatin

Bleomycin

Amlodipine,Atorvastatin

Amiodarone

Diltiazem

Chemosid Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Bleeding
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Chemosid

Is this Chemosid habit forming or addictive?

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

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Chemosid should be used only after doctor's advice.

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

No, Chemosid is not used to treat mental disorders.

No

Chemosid Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Chemosid

Taking Chemosid with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Chemosid

No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Chemosid 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; Etopophos® (etoposide phosphate)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 866

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