Retopson 100mg Injection

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Composition FOR Retopson 20mg/ml Injection

Etoposide(20mg/ml)

food interaction for Retopson Injection

alcohol interaction for Retopson Injection

pregnancy interaction for Retopson Injection

lactation interaction for Retopson Injection

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Retopson 100mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Retopson 100mg Injection 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
Retopson 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
UNSAFE

SALT INFORMATION FOR Retopson 20mg/ml Injection

Etoposide(20mg/ml)

Retopson injection uses

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

How retopson injection works

Retopson 100mg Injection 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 retopson injection

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

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Expert advice FOR Retopson Injection

  • Etoposide is given as a slow infusion in the vein by a healthcare provider only.
  • 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 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)