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Onco BCG 40mg Injection
Salt Composition: BACILLUS CALMETTE-GUERIN STRAIN
- Manufacturer: CIPLA LTD
- Pack Size: 1 VIAL(s)
- Dosage Form: INJECTION
- Strength: 40MG
- Prescription Required
- Cold Chain
- Prepaid Only. Non-Returnable.
- Storage: Store Onco BCG 40mg injection in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C) Do not freeze Keep the injection away from the reach of children and pets.
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Product Introduction
Onco BCG 40mg injection contains the active ingredient Bacillus calmette-guerin strain. It is an anticancer drug that belongs to the class of medications called vaccines. It is used to treat bladder cancer, a type of cancer that starts in the cells of the bladder, which is a hollow organ located in the lower abdomen.
Do not take this drug if you are allergic to it or any other ingredients of this medicine. Report to your physician if you experience symptoms of sudden difficulty in breathing, fever, redness or flushing of the skin, rash, nausea, or vomiting after administration of the injection.
This medicine is not recommended for patients under 18 years of age. Use an effective method of contraception while being treated with this injection. Avoid pregnancy and breastfeeding during treatment, as it can cause harm to the foetus.
This injection is contraindicated in patients with a weakened immune system. It is a live bacteria and can potentially cause infections in patients with weakened immune systems, such as those with HIV or cancer or who are receiving immunosuppressive therapy.
Onco BCG 40mg injection may not be recommended for patients who have a history of tuberculosis, as it may not be effective in preventing a new infection or may interfere with the diagnosis of a new infection.
Uses
Bladder cancer
How it works
Onco BCG 40mg Injection works by stimulating the immune system of the body to attack the cancer cells lining the bladder. When the injection is administered directly into the bladder, it activates the cells in the immune system to produce an immune response against the cancer cells, which helps to destroy them.
How to Use
Onco BCG 40mg injection will be given to you by a doctor or nurse in a hospital or clinic setting trained in cancer chemotherapy. The injection is usually given as an intravesical injection which is administered directly into the bladder through a catheter by your doctor. Do not self-administer the injection. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the treatment based on your disease severity, body weight, and other factors.
Side Effects
Side effects are unwanted symptoms caused by medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them. Common Frequency and urgency of urination, painful urination Inflammation of bladder Urinary tract infection Fever
Expert Tips
If you are planning to receive any vaccines, including the yellow fever vaccine, you should inform your doctor and discuss the risks and benefits of receiving the vaccine while undergoing treatment with the Onco BCG 40mg injection. This injection may cause UTIs, so it is necessary to maintain good hygiene and to drink plenty of fluids during the treatment to prevent urinary tract infections.
References
- Ciplamed, [Published on 16/08/2017] (Accessed: 29 April 2023), https://5.imimg.com/data5/BJ/HT/LM/SELLER-4164638/sii-onco-bcg-injection.pdf
- Dominic H Tang, Sam S Chang; Management of carcinoma in situ of the bladder: best practice and recent developments; Therapeutic Advances in Urology; Published on Dec 2015;(Accessed: 29 April 2023); https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26622320
- Pettenati C, Ingersoll MA, Mechanisms of BCG immunotherapy and its outlook for bladder cancer; Natural Reviews, Urology; Published on Oct 2018;(Accessed: 29 April 2023); https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/29991725/
- Onco-BCG Injection (BCG for immunotherapy I.P - freeze-dried). Available at: https://5.imimg.com/data5/BJ/HT/LM/SELLER-4164638/sii-onco-bcg-injection.pdf (Accessed: 29 April 2023).
- Goodman & Gilmanâs, The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics, Immunosuppressants, Tolerogens, and Immunostimulants, 12th edition, 2011, 1022.
- KD Tripathi, Essentials of Medical Pharmacology, Vaccines and sera, 7th edition, 2013, 922.
Safety Advice
Pregnancy: unsafe Onco BCG 40mg injection is unsafe to administer in pregnant women because it may affect the fetus. 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 3 months after your last dose is necessary.
Lungs: Consult your doctor It is unknown whether Onco BCG 40mg 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 Onco BCG 40mg 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.