Epichlor 50mg Injection
Active substance: Epirubicin Hydrochloride
Class: Anthracyclines (Antineoplastic drug)
Uses:
- Breast cancer
- Stomach and bowel cancer
- Ovarian cancer
- Lung cancer
- Malignant lymphomas
- Leukemias
- Multiple myeloma
Administration:
- Administered by a trained doctor or nurse experienced in giving chemotherapy
- Given as an infusion into a vein
- Do not self-administer
Contraindications:
- Allergy to epirubicin or any other ingredients of this medicine
- Pregnancy or breastfeeding
- Severe liver and bladder problems
Before initiating treatment, inform your physician if you have:
- Kidney or liver problems
- Recent vaccination
- Acute toxicities such as acute inflammation of the mouth
- Low white blood cell count
- Platelet count
- Any infections
Possible side effects:
- Decreased WBC and platelets
- Irregular menstruation
- Weakness
- Nausea or vomiting
- Diarrhea
- Eye infection
- Skin rashes
- Itchiness
- Hair loss
- Flushing
- Congestive heart failure
- Increased blood urea levels
- Severe hypersensitivity reaction
- Lung problems
Safety advices:
- Pregnancy: Epichlor 50mg injection is unsafe to administer in pregnant women because it may cause severe birth defects.
- Breastfeeding: Breastfeeding is not recommended in patients taking Epichlor 50mg injection.
- Lungs: It is unknown whether Epichlor 50mg injection can be used in patients with lung disorders.
- Liver: Epichlor 50mg injection should be cautiously administered in patients with severe liver diseases.
- Alcohol: It is unknown whether consuming alcohol will affect the effectiveness of Epichlor 50mg injection.
- Driving: Epichlor 50mg injection does not affect the ability to drive or operate heavy machines.
Storage:
- Store Epichlor 50mg injection in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C)
- Do not freeze
- Keep the injection away from the reach of children and pets
Missed dosing appointments:
- If you have missed any dosing appointments, inform your doctor and schedule immediately.
Interaction with other drugs:
- Inform your healthcare provider about all your medicines, including prescription, over-the-counter, nutritional and vitamin supplements, and herbal products.
FAQ:
How long should I have to take Epichlor 50mg injection? Epichlor 50mg injection is given as a cycle therapy. Your doctor will decide the dose and duration of the therapy based on your disease severity and condition.
What if Epichlor 50mg injection does not work for me? There are alternative medicines that may work for you based on your disease condition and other factors. Your doctor will decide the alternative treatment that works best for you.
What are the precautions of Epichlor 50mg injection? This medicine may increase your risk of developing blood clots. If you have chest pain, trouble breathing, or pain, redness, or swelling in your arms or legs while using this medicine, call your doctor immediately. This medicine may turn your urine red for 1 or 2 days after your treatment.
Is there any special diet that I should follow while taking Epichlor 50mg injection? There are no special restrictions on the diet. If your doctor or any other healthcare professional tells you to avoid certain food, then avoid it. Diet restrictions may vary from patient to patient. Consult your doctor for more advice.