Epineon 10mg 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:
- Do not take if allergic to Epineon 10mg Injection or any other ingredients.
- Do not take if pregnant or breastfeeding.
- Do not take if you have severe liver and bladder problems.
Before starting treatment:
- Inform your physician if you have kidney or liver problems.
- Inform your physician if you have had recent vaccinations.
- Inform your physician if you have any acute toxicities such as acute inflammation of the mouth, low white blood cell count, platelet count, or any infections.
Safety advice:
- Pregnancy: unsafe to administer in pregnant women because it may cause severe birth defects.
- Breastfeeding: not recommended in patients taking Epineon 10mg Injection.
- Lungs: consult your doctor if you have any lung diseases before starting the treatment.
- Liver: Epineon 10mg Injection should be cautiously administered in patients with severe liver diseases. Dose adjustments are necessary.
- Alcohol: it is unknown whether consuming alcohol will affect the effectiveness of Epineon 10mg Injection. Consult your doctor for more advice.
- Driving: Epineon 10mg Injection does not affect the ability to drive or operate heavy machines. If you face any difficulties in driving, please consult your doctor.
Common side effects:
- Hair loss
- Flushing
- Rash, itching
- Diarrhea
- Nausea and vomiting
- Anemia
- Decreased WBC and platelets
- Eye infection
- Irregular menstruation
Serious side effects:
- Congestive heart failure
- Increased blood urea levels
- Severe hypersensitivity reaction
- Lung problems
FAQs:
How long should I have to take Epineon 10mg injection? Epineon 10mg 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 Epineon 10mg 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 Epineon 10mg 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 Epineon 10mg 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.
Storage:
- Store Epineon 10mg injection in the refrigerator (2°C to 8°C).
- Do not freeze.
- Keep the injection away from the reach of children and pets.
- If you have missed any dosing appointments, inform your doctor and schedule immediately.