Posid 50mg Capsule

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Composition FOR Posid 50mg Capsule

Etoposide(50mg)

food interaction for Posid Capsule

alcohol interaction for Posid Capsule

pregnancy interaction for Posid Capsule

lactation interaction for Posid Capsule

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
Posid 50mg Capsule is to be taken empty stomach.
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CAUTION
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Posid 50mg Capsule. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Posid 50mg Capsule is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby. However, the doctor may rarely prescribe it in some life-threatening situations if the benefits are more than the potential risks. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Posid 50mg Capsule is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE

SALT INFORMATION FOR Posid 50mg Capsule

Etoposide(50mg)

Posid capsule uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of small cell lung cancer and testicular cancer.

How posid capsule works

Posid 50mg Capsule is an anti-cancer medication. It works by suppressing the activity of an enzyme (topoisomerase II) involved in DNA multiplication of the cancer cells. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.

Common side effects of posid capsule

Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets), Decreased white blood cell count, Diarrhea, Hair loss, Liver damage, Low blood platelets, Nausea, Rash, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Vomiting

SUBSTITUTES FOR Posid Capsule

7 Substitutes
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  • Etopa 50mg Capsule
    (8 capsules in strip)
    Getwell Pharma (I) Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 57.63/Capsule
    Capsule
    Rs. 476
    save 6% more per Capsule
  • Etoplast 50mg Capsule
    (12 capsules in strip)
    Neon Laboratories Ltd
    Rs. 38/Capsule
    Capsule
    Rs. 470.53
    save 38% more per Capsule
  • Etovel 50 Capsule
    (8 capsules in bottle)
    GLS Pharma Ltd.
    Rs. 53.63/Capsule
    Capsule
    Rs. 442
    save 13% more per Capsule
  • Zuvitop 50mg Capsule
    (8 capsules in vial)
    Zuvius Life Sciences
    Rs. 7.51/Capsule
    Capsule
    Rs. 62
    save 88% more per Capsule
  • Lastet 50 Capsule
    (8 capsules in strip)
    Khandelwal Laboratories Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 60.38/Capsule
    Capsule
    Rs. 498.30
    save 2% more per Capsule

Expert advice FOR Posid Capsule

  • Etoposide should be taken on an empty stomach.
  • Do not skip any dose and complete the course as suggested by your doctor.
  • Use an effective method of birth control to avoid pregnancy while taking this medication.
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your electrolyte levels, liver function, blood cell count in your blood.
  • Let your doctor know if you notice a skin rash, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing and swelling of the tongue.


Content on this page was last updated on 20 June, 2024, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)