Etolon Information

Etolon is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer, Testicular Cancer.

The correct dosage of Etolon depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.

Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Etolon as well, which are listed below. Such side effects of Etolon normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.

It is also important to note that Etolon has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Etolon has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Etolon related warnings section.

Individuals suffering from medical conditions like Bleeding, Neutropenia must refrain from the use of Etolon since this can cause severe adverse effects. Some other conditions that can be affected by Etolon are listed in the contraindications section below.

Besides this, Etolon may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.

In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Etolon is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.

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

Etolon Benefits & Uses

Etolon is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Small Cell Lung Cancer
Blood Cancer
Testicular Cancer

Etolon 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

Etolon Related Warnings

Is the use of Etolon safe for pregnant women?

Etolon 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 Etolon safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Etolon on the Kidneys?

There may be some adverse effects on kidney after taking Etolon. If you observe any such side effects, stop taking this drug. Consume this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.

Moderate
What is the effect of Etolon on the Liver?

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

Moderate
What is the effect of Etolon on the Heart?

Etolon is completely safe for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Etolon with Other Drugs

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

Moderate

Lovastatin

Bleomycin

Amlodipine,Atorvastatin

Amiodarone

Diltiazem

Etolon Contraindications

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

Kidney Disease
Liver Disease
Bleeding
Neutropenia

Frequently asked Questions about Etolon

Is this Etolon habit forming or addictive?

Etolon does not cause addiction.

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

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

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Etolon 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 Etolon for mental disorders.

No

Etolon Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Etolon

It is safe to take Etolon with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Etolon

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

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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