Tumocin 15IU Injection

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Composition FOR Tumocin 15IU Injection

Bleomycin(15IU)

food interaction for Tumocin Injection

alcohol interaction for Tumocin Injection

pregnancy interaction for Tumocin Injection

lactation interaction for Tumocin Injection

food
alcohol
pregnancy
lactation
No interaction found/established
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Tumocin 15IU Injection. Please consult your doctor.
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Tumocin 15IU 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
Tumocin 15IU Injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Limited human data suggests that the drug may pass into the breastmilk and harm the baby.
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SALT INFORMATION FOR Tumocin 15IU Injection

Bleomycin(15IU)

Tumocin injection uses

{med_name} is used in the treatment of cervical cancer, cancer of mouth, nasopharynx and paranasal sinuses, larynx, oesophagus and skin cancer.

How tumocin injection works

Tumocin 15IU Injection is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA) of the cancer cells and stops their growth and multiplication.

Common side effects of tumocin injection

Fever, Hair loss, Interstitial pneumonia, Loss of appetite, Low blood platelets, Nail discoloration, Nausea, Pulmonary fibrosis, Rigors, Scratch dermatitis, Skin pigmentation, Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth), Vomiting, Weight loss

SUBSTITUTES FOR Tumocin Injection

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  • Bleoget 15IU Injection
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    GLS Pharma Ltd.
    Rs. 573/Injection
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    pay 17% more per Injection
  • Bleocel 15IU Injection
    (1 ml Injection in vial)
    Celon Laboratories Ltd
    Rs. 689/ml of Injection
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    Rs. 711
    pay 40% more per ml of Injection
  • Bleochem 15IU Injection
    (1 Injection in vial)
    Biochem Pharmaceutical Industries
    Rs. 573/Injection
    Injection
    Rs. 591.42
    pay 17% more per Injection
  • Bleowel 15IU Injection
    (1 Injection in vial)
    Getwell Pharma (I) Pvt Ltd
    Rs. 618/Injection
    Injection
    Rs. 637
    pay 26% more per Injection
  • Metbleo Injection
    (1 Injection in vial)
    Metta Life Sciences Private Limited
    Rs. 630/Injection
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    Rs. 650
    pay 28% more per Injection

Expert advice FOR Tumocin Injection

  • Bleomycin is given as an injection into the veins, muscles or under the skin by the healthcare provider.
  • 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.
  • You may need to have blood tests to monitor your blood cells, liver function and kidney function during treatment.
  • Inform your doctor immediately if you experience coughing, shortness of breath and cracking sound while breathing.

Frequently asked questions FOR Tumocin 15IU Injection

Bleomycin

Q. What does Tumocin 15IU Injection treat?
Tumocin 15IU Injection is used to treat squamous cell cancers, certain types of blood cancers, skin cancers and cancer of the thyroid, bladder, lungs, abdomen or genitals.
Q. Does Tumocin 15IU Injection cause pulmonary fibrosis, nausea or hair loss?
Yes. Tumocin 15IU Injection may cause pulmonary fibrosis, nausea and hair loss. If you notice any such symptoms, please consult your doctor.
Q. How does Tumocin 15IU Injection cause pulmonary fibrosis?
Pulmonary fibrosis (scarring of the tissue of the lungs) is one of the side effects of Tumocin 15IU Injection. It is reportedly caused by lack of an enzyme that metabolises Tumocin 15IU Injection in the lungs.

Content on this page was last updated on 29 November, 2023, by Dr. Varun Gupta (MD Pharmacology)