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Posid 100mg Injection 5ml
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Introduction About POSID 100MG INJECTION
POSID 100MG INJECTION contains Etoposide which belongs to the group of medicines called Anticancer agents. It is used to manage various types of cancer such as lung cancer, blood cancer, lymph cancer, ovarian cancer and testicular cancer. Â Â Â Â
POSID 100MG INJECTION should be used under careful medical supervision. During management with POSID 100MG INJECTION, your doctor will periodically monitor your heart, liver, kidney functions as a precaution.
Before receiving POSID 100MG INJECTION, inform your doctor if you have any liver or kidney problems. You must also inform your doctor if you have any serious infections, low albumin levels in blood or recently received any vaccine or radiotherapy or chemotherapy as a precaution.
Do not receive POSID 100MG INJECTION without consulting your doctor if you are pregnant or breastfeeding. Both men and women undergoing therapy with this medicine, must use a suitable contraceptive to stop pregnancy during and until 6 months after stopping the therapy.
The most common side effects of receiving POSID 100MG INJECTION are blood disorders, loss of appetite, constipation, pigmentation on the skin, temporary hair loss, weakness, tiredness and sore lips, mouth or throat ulcers. Consult your doctor if any of these side effects worsen.
Uses Of POSID 100MG INJECTION
It is used to manage various types of cancer such as:
- Small cell lung cancer
- Blood cancer (Ex. acute myeloid leukaemia)
- Lymph cancer (Ex. Hodgkin’s lymphoma, non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma)
- Ovarian cancer
- Testicular cancer
How POSID 100MG INJECTION Works
POSID 100MG INJECTION is an anticancer agent. It works by blocking the abnormal actions of certain cellular proteins (topoisomerase 2) that triggers cancer cell formation. As a result, it reduces cancer formation and stops its further growth within the body.
How to use POSID 100MG INJECTION
POSID 100MG INJECTION will be given to you only by a doctor or a nurse into the vein (intravenously). Your doctor will decide the correct dose and duration of therapy for you depending upon your age, body weight and disease condition.
Side Effects Of POSID 100MG INJECTION
Common
- blood disorders
- loss of appetite, constipation, stomach pain, diarrhea
- changes in skin colour (pigmentation)
- temporary hair loss
- weakness, tiredness
- liver damage
- blood cancer
- irregular heartbeat
- high blood pressure
- sore lips, mouth or throat ulcers
- dizziness
- skin rash or itching
Uncommon
- tingling or numbness in hands and feet
Rare
- acid reflux
- flushing
- difficulty in swallowing
- taste changes
- fits
Stop receiving POSID 100MG INJECTION and contact your doctor immediately if you experience any of the following side effects:
- signs of allergic reactions (such as skin rash, itching, swelling of the face, lips, tongue and throat causing difficulty in breathing or swallowing)
How To Manage Side Effects
Dizziness Or Drowsiness
Try to rest and relax. Get enough sleep. Avoid driving or operating any tools or machines completely while you are feeling dizzy. Consult your doctor if your dizziness worsens.
Nausea And Vomiting
Stick to simple meals and avoid oil rich or spicy foods. Consult your doctor if nausea worsens.
Skin rash Or Itching
Avoid hot showers because hot water can irritate your skin further. Do not scratch the affected area. Use protective clothing when going outdoors. Regularly moisturize your skin. Consult your doctor if your skin rash worsens.
Warning & Precautions
Pregnancy
Contraindicated
POSID 100MG INJECTION is not recommended for use in pregnant women. Therefore, consult your doctor for advice before receiving it. Women of childbearing potential must use a suitable contraceptive method to stop pregnancy while receiving POSID 100MG INJECTION and until 6 months after stopping the therapy.
Breastfeeding
Contraindicated
POSID 100MG INJECTION may pass through breast milk. Therefore, it is not recommended for use in breast-feeding women. Kindly consult your doctor before receiving it.
Driving and Using Machines
Use with Caution
Do not drive or operate any machines if your ability is affected by POSID 100MG INJECTION.
Alcohol
Consult your doctor
Avoid consumption of alcohol while receiving POSID 100MG INJECTION to avoid unwanted reactions.
Kidney
Use with Caution
POSID 100MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with kidney diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.
Liver
Use with Caution
POSID 100MG INJECTION should be used with caution in patients with liver diseases. Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.
Allergy
Contraindicated
Talk to your doctor before receiving POSID 100MG INJECTION if you are allergic to Etoposide.
Use In Pediatrics
Monitoring required
POSID 100MG INJECTION should be used in children and adolescents (aged below 18 years) only if prescribed by a physician. Therefore, consult your child’s doctor before administration of POSID 100MG INJECTION.
Use In Geriatrics
Use with Caution
POSID 100MG INJECTION should be used with caution in elderly patients (aged 65 years or older). Therefore, consult your doctor before receiving it.
| Weight | 10 g |
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