Safety Advices for Halaven 0.5mg Injection
Pregnancy
Halaven 0.5mg Injection is unsafe for pregnant women as it may cause fetal harm. Inform your doctor promptly if you are pregnant, planning for pregnancy, or think you may get pregnant before starting the treatment with Halaven 0.5mg Injection.
Breast Feeding
Halaven 0.5mg Injection is not recommended while breastfeeding since it is unknown whether it passes through breast milk. Inform your doctor if you are breastfeeding or planning to breastfeed before starting the treatment with Halaven 0.5mg Injection.
Lungs
Halaven 0.5mg Injection can cause side effects like blood clots in the lungs and inflammation of the lungs. Inform your doctor if you have ever had lung disorders before starting the treatment, as its symptoms may worsen with Halaven 0.5mg Injection.
Liver
Halaven 0.5mg Injection can affect the liver's normal functioning, causing abnormalities in liver function tests. Hence, you should inform your healthcare provider if you have pre-existing liver problems before starting this treatment.
Alcohol
Halaven 0.5mg Injection contains small amounts of alcohol. Hence, it is generally recommended that patients taking Halaven 0.5mg Injection avoid or limit their alcohol intake, as alcohol can enhance the risk of liver damage and exacerbate any liver-related side effects of Halaven 0.5mg Injection.
Driving
Halaven 0.5mg Injection causes tiredness and dizziness, which may impair your ability to drive, cycle, or operate machinery. Avoid doing so until the treatment.
Side Effects of Halaven 0.5mg InjectionSide effects are unwanted symptoms that occur due to medicines. Even though all drugs cause side effects, not everyone gets them.Serious
- Sepsis (severe infection)
- Severe allergic reaction
- Serious skin conditions (Stevens-Johnson syndrome)
Common
- Decrease in the number of white blood cells or red blood cells
- Tiredness or weakness
- Nausea, vomiting, constipation, diarrhea
- Numbness, tingling or prickling sensations
- Fever
- Loss of appetite, weight loss
- Difficulty breathing, cough
- Pain in the joints, muscles, and back
- Headache
- Hair loss
Word of AdviceYour doctor will monitor your liver function via blood tests and assess your heart function before and during treatment. If you are a woman who could become pregnant, ensure reliable birth control while taking Halaven 0.5mg Injection and for at least three months after stopping it. Consult your doctor for guidance on alternative contraception methods to avoid pregnancy during this treatment. Talk to your oncologist if you need dental treatment. Always tell your dentist you are having cancer treatment. This treatment can affect fertility in men and women. If you are worried about this, it is important to talk with your doctor before you start treatment.If you experience diarrhea while taking Halaven 0.5mg Injection, try to drink at least 2 liters of fluids daily and avoid alcohol, caffeine, milk products, and high-fat and high-fiber foods. If constipation occurs, increase your fluid intake, consume high-fiber foods, and engage in regular gentle exercise. Contact the hospital for advice; your doctor may prescribe laxatives to help constipation. If you notice a loss of appetite, don't worry if it lasts for a day or two, but if it persists or if you're losing weight, inform your nurse or dietitian for guidance. They may recommend supplements, dietary changes, or adjustments to eating habits to address these issues.
FAQs Q 1. What is the most important information I should know while taking Halaven 0.5mg Injection?Halaven 0.5mg Injection can cause serious adverse effects such as low white blood cell count, numbness, tingling, and pain in the hands and feet. Inform your physician immediately if you face any of these symptoms.
Q 2. Does Halaven 0.5mg Injection cause infertility?Yes, Halaven 0.5mg Injection causes infertility in men and women. It is necessary to use effective birth control methods during the treatment and for three weeks (females) and 14 weeks (males) after the final dose of the injection.
Q 3. Is hair loss caused by Halaven 0.5mg Injection reversible?Hair loss is a common side effect of Halaven 0.5mg Injection Injection. It is reversible, but it depends totally on the severity of the hair loss and varies from person to person. Consult your doctor if you have severe hair loss.
Q 4. Do I have to follow any special dietary requirements while taking Halaven 0.5mg Injection?It depends upon the severity of the disease condition. You can have a normal diet until your physician tells you to follow any special food or diet chart. Check with your doctor if you have any nutrition concerns.
Q 5. What should I do if I miss taking Halaven 0.5mg Injection?It is important to get the injection at the right time. If you missed your appointment, contact your healthcare provider and schedule your dosing immediately. Keep follow-ups on your next schedule.
Fact Box of Halaven 0.5mg InjectionMolecule name: Eribulin | Therapeutic class: Anticancer |
Pharmacological class: Monoclonal antibody-drug conjugate | Indications: 1. Advanced breast cancer 2. Liposarcoma |
Dosage form: Injections | Habit forming: No |
