Irnocam 100mg Injection

Irnocam 100 mg Injection is an anti-cancer medicine classified as a cytostatic agent. It contains the active ingredient Irinotecan hydrochloride trihydrate. The injection is indicated for advanced colon cancer and rectal cancer in adults, and may be prescribed as monotherapy or in combination with other chemotherapeutic agents. Colorectal cancer occurs more frequently in age groups above 50 years and is influenced by genetic and environmental factors.

Myelosuppression (bone marrow suppression resulting in reduced red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets) and diarrhoea are the most frequently reported adverse effects. Other common side effects include nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, constipation, anaemia, pain, fatigue, fever, infections including sepsis, abnormal bilirubin levels, alopecia, and weight loss. Notify your doctor if these side effects occur or persist.

Inform your physician if you have an allergy to Irnocam 100 mg Injection or any of its ingredients. Before beginning treatment, disclose to your doctor if you have liver disease or jaundice, kidney and cardiac problems, asthma, hypertension, hypercholesterolaemia, or severe diarrhoea. Report any history of smoking or prior radiation therapy to your healthcare provider. Discuss all other medications, herbal products, and supplements you are taking with your physician.

Effective contraception by both males and females during treatment is essential to prevent pregnancy. Your doctor will arrange blood tests before and during treatment to monitor the effects of the medication on blood cell counts and blood chemistry parameters.

Treatment of metastatic cancer of the colon and rectum (large intestine).

Irnocam 100 mg Injection works by converting its active metabolite with the help of liver enzymes and inhibits the Topoisomerase I enzyme. This causes damage to the DNA synthesis and its replication, thus preventing the cancer cells from growing and spreading.

Take this medicine exactly as prescribed. Your healthcare professional administers it into your vein. Do not self-administer. Your physician will recommend a DNA test before taking this medicine. The dose depends on your age, size, and medical condition.

Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Serious: Early and late diarrhea Allergic reactions Kidney impairment Lung problems Low levels of RBC, WBC, and platelets in the blood Common: Nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain Constipation Diarrhea Anemia Pain Fatigue Fever, infections including sepsis Abnormal bilirubin levels Hair loss Weight loss

Diarrhea is the first sign of Irnocam 100 mg Injection. It may be serious if diarrhea starts more than 24 hours after administration of this medication. It should be treated immediately and kept under close supervision. If left untreated, it could lead to dehydration and serious chemical imbalances, which can be life-threatening. Try to avoid laxatives and stool softeners while taking this medicine. Drink large amounts of water and rehydration fluids immediately. Take antidiarrheal treatment like loperamide.