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Epizee 10mg Injection
Salt Composition: EPIRUBICIN
- Manufacturer: ZEE LABORATORIES LTD
- Pack Size: 1 VIAL(s)
- Dosage Form: INJECTION
- Strength: 10MG
- Prescription Required
- Cold Chain
- Prepaid Only. Non-Returnable.
- Storage: Store Epizee 10mg injection in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C) Do not freeze keep the injection away from the reach of children and pets. If you have missed any dosing appointments, inform your doctor and schedule immediately.
₹480.00₹600.00
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Product Introduction
Epizee 10mg injection contains the active ingredient Epirubicin Hydrochloride, an antineoplastic agent from the anthracycline class. It works by interfering with the growth and spread of cancer cells, ultimately destroying them. Epizee is commonly prescribed as part of combination chemotherapy with other drugs to treat breast cancer in patients who have undergone surgery to remove the tumour. It is also prescribed as part of chemotherapy treatment for bladder cancer to help destroy cancer cells within the bladder.
Contraindications to Epizee include allergy to epirubicin or any of its ingredients, pregnancy, breastfeeding, severe liver problems, and serious bladder conditions. Caution is advised in patients with kidney or liver issues, recent vaccinations, acute inflammation of the mouth, low white blood cell or platelet counts, or ongoing infections. This medication may also increase the risk of blood clots. Patients planning pregnancy should be aware that this medicine can cause infertility in both men and women. Effective birth control should be used during treatment.
Side effects of Epizee may include low white blood cell count, low platelet count, irregular menstruation, weakness, nausea, vomiting, diarrhoea, eye infection, skin rash, and itching. Regular blood tests will be performed to monitor the effects of this medicine.
Uses
Breast cancer Stomach and bowel cancer Ovarian cancer Lung cancer
How it works
Epizee 10mg injection inhibits DNA, RNA, and protein synthesis by exerting cytotoxic activity. It works by slowing or stopping the growth of the cancer cells. This medicine helps to selectively kill cancer cells rather than normal, healthy cells.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Epizee side effects include Common Hair loss Flushing Rash, itching Diarrhea Nausea and vomiting Anemia Decreased WBC and platelets Eye infection Irregular menstruation Serious Congestive heart failure Increased blood urea levels Severe hypersensitivity reaction Lung problems
Expert Tips
Inform your doctor if you are receiving radiation therapy while taking this medicine. This medicine may cause birth defects if used by either partner during conception or pregnancy. Male patients with female partners of reproductive potential should use effective birth control during treatment and for 3 months after the last dose. Do not breastfeed during treatment and for 7 days after the last dose. The medicine may cause red-colored urine for 1–2 days after treatment.
References
- Epirubicin hydrochloride 2 mg/ml solution for injection - Summary of Product Characteristics (SmPC) - (emc). Medicines.org.uk. [revised on 2016] [cited 2023 Mar 31]. Available from: https://www.medicines.org.uk/emc/product/6361/smpc
- HIGHLIGHTS OF PRESCRIBING INFORMATION - Epirubicin. [revised on 2019] [cited 2023 Mar 31]. Available from: https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/drugsatfda_docs/label/2019/050778s024s025lbl.pdf
- KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Anticancer drugs, 7th edition, 2013, 867.
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: unsafe Epizee 10mg injection is unsafe to administer in pregnant women because it may cause severe birth defects. Inform your physician if you are pregnant, suspect pregnancy, or planning to become pregnant. Using an effective birth control method during the treatment and for 6.5 months after your last dose is necessary.
Lungs: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether Epizee 10mg injection can be used in patients with lung disorders. Consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
Breastfeeding: unsafe Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Epizee 10mg injection because the medicine passes into the breast milk in small amounts and may harm your baby.
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.