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Carfican 60mg Injection
Salt Composition: CARFILZOMIB
- Manufacturer: LUCIEN LIFE SCIENCES
- Pack Size: 1 VIAL(s)
- Dosage Form: INJECTION
- Strength: 60MG
- Prescription Required
- Cold Chain
- Prepaid Only. Non-Returnable.
- Storage: Carfican 60mg Injection should be stored under refrigeration between 2°C to 8°C (36°F to 46°F). Keep in the original package until it is ready to use. Should not be frozen. Discard any unused portion after 4 hours. Keep reaching out of children and pets.
₹4641.00₹9281.25
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Product Introduction
Carfican 60mg Injection is an anticancer medicine containing carfilzomib and is used to treat multiple myeloma, a cancer of plasma cells that accumulate in the bone marrow and damage bones and kidneys. The primary uses of Carfican 60mg Injection include reducing symptoms such as bone pain, fatigue, and anaemia, thereby improving quality of life, particularly when used in combination with other anticancer medicines. Carfican 60mg Injection pricing varies depending on the hospital or pharmacy; patients sourcing this medicine should verify it comes from licensed platforms. Like most chemotherapy medicines, Carfican 60mg Injection may cause nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, fever, fatigue, dehydration, and low blood cell counts, which is why patients are advised to maintain adequate hydration during treatment. Carfican 60mg Injection is an effective option for multiple myeloma, and for many patients, its benefits outweigh the potential risks when used under proper medical supervision.
Uses
Carfican 60mg Injection is used to treat- Multiple myeloma
How it works
Carfican 60mg Injection is a proteasome inhibitor, which means it works by blocking the action of proteasomes, the enzymes responsible for breaking down proteins in cells. By blocking proteasomes, this medication can prevent the growth and survival of cancer cells, ultimately leading to the death of cancer cells. This can help to slow or stop the progression of multiple myeloma and may improve survival rates for some patients.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious: Cardiac events such as heart failure, heart attack, or arrhythmias Blood clotting disorders or bleeding Acute kidney injury Lung damage or inflammation Infections Tumor lysis syndrome (a condition that can occur when cancer cells break down rapidly) Common side: Fatigue Nausea and vomiting Diarrhea Low blood cell counts (anemia, white blood cell count, platelet count) Fever Headache Difficulty breathing or shortness of breath Cough Muscle weakness or pain Rash Back pain
References
- Amgen Limited, Electronic medicines compendium (EMC), [Revised on August 2021] [ Accessed on 13th April 2023], https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/files/pil.5061.pdf
- Onyx Pharmaceuticals, Inc, US Food and Drug Administration, [Revised on Feb 2019] [ Accessed on 13th April 2023],
- Anderson KC, Munshi NC. Hematologic Malignancies: Multiple Myeloma and Related Plasma Cell Disorders. New York: Springer; 2019.
- https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2019/202714s025lbl.pdf
- Kimberly Redic; Carfican 60mg Injection: A novel agent for multiple myeloma; The Journal of Pharmacy and Pharmacology, [ Revised on Aug 2013], [Accessed on 13th April 2023] https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23837578/
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: Unsafe Carfican 60mg Injection is unsafe for pregnant women as it may cause fetal harm. So it is not recommended to take it during pregnancy.
Lungs: Unsafe Carfican 60mg Injection can cause lung-related side effects, such as shortness of breath, coughing, and pulmonary hypertension. Patients with pre-existing lung conditions, such as chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) or interstitial lung disease (ILD), may be at increased risk of these side effects.
Breastfeeding: Consult Your Doctor It is unknown whether Carfican 60mg Injection is excreted in human breast milk. So breastfeeding mothers should consult a doctor before taking it.
Disclaimer
The information provided on this page is intended for general informational purposes only and should not be considered as medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before starting, stopping, or changing any medication. Self-medication can be harmful. Med For Rare does not endorse self-diagnosis or self-treatment.