Etopogen 100mg Injection

Etopogen 100mg Injection is an anticancer drug containing etoposide. It is classified as a cytostatic agent. It is used to treat certain cancers in adults, including testicular cancer, small-cell lung cancer, acute myeloid leukaemia, tumours of the lymphatic system (Hodgkin lymphoma and non-Hodgkin lymphoma), and ovarian cancer. Inform your doctor if you have received or are currently receiving radiotherapy or chemotherapy. Report any infections or low blood protein (albumin) levels to your doctor. Etopogen 100mg Injection should not be used if you have recently been vaccinated with yellow fever vaccine or any live vaccines. Before beginning treatment, it is important to inform your physician of any current or past kidney problems or liver disorders. Both women and men should use effective contraception during treatment and for at least 6 months after the final dose. Men should not father a child during treatment and up to 6 months after completion. Discuss fertility concerns with your doctor. Etopogen 100mg Injection may reduce blood cell levels and increase infection risk. Your doctor may conduct regular blood tests to monitor kidney and liver function. Safety in children has not been established.

Testicular cancer Small-cell lung cancer Acute myeloid leukaemia (blood cancer) Hodgkin’s lymphoma and non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma Ovarian cancer

Etopogen 100mg Injection works by inhibiting the activity of topoisomerase II (essential for cell replication) and DNA synthesis, which will prevent cancer cells from growing and multiplying, ultimately leading to cell death.

Etopogen 100mg Injection is administered as an intravenous infusion into the vein. If this injection is recommended for you, it will be given by a healthcare professional. Do not self-administrate. Your physician will choose the dosage and administration frequency based on the medical condition because it differs for each person.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all medicines cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious: Severe allergic reactions (swelling of tongue or throat, breathing difficulties, rash, flushing, fast heartbeat) Irregular heartbeat (arrhythmia) Blood disorder Hepatotoxicity (damage to the liver) Acute leukaemia Common: Nausea, vomiting Loss of appetite Abdominal pain Constipation, diarrhoea Changes in skin colour Weakness Asthenia (feeling weak) Temporary hair loss High or low blood pressure Dizziness Redness of the skin Sore lips, throat, or mouth ulcers

Discuss your fertility problem with the doctor since, in men. It is advised not to father a child during and after the 6 months of treatment. So, it is advised to get suggestions about fertility concerns. Avoid planning for the pregnancy. If you experience any symptoms mentioned as a side effect, consult your doctor immediately. Notify your doctor immediately if you have undergone or are taking or planning any radiotherapy or chemotherapy. Inform your doctor immediately if you took any vaccines that induce yellow fever, live vaccines, and other medications before starting with Etopogen 100mg injection because it might reduce the effectiveness of this medicine and may cause side effects. Inform your doctor if you have or had any history of heart disease, kidney problems or liver problems