Irinotecan

Irinotecan helps in the treatment of cancer. The drug prevents the multiplication and spread of cancer cells. Medical professionals use this drug to treat cancer of the colon or rectum. It is specifically a combination drug, and is prescribed with other cancer medicines during chemotherapy.

Before the doctor begins chemotherapy using this drug, provide him with a detailed medical history. Inform him about any current problems that you may be suffering from, especially if you have kidney or liver issues, diabetes, Gilbert’s syndrome, asthma or intestinal problems. The drug is not meant to be used in cancer treatment for women patients who are pregnant. Breast feeding mothers should also consult their doctor before starting treatment.

A DNA test may be done before the treatment commences. It is generally administered via an IV for about 90 minutes.

The most common side effect of Irinotecan is diarrhea, which can even become life threatening if it leads to dehydration. Doctors generally subscribe medicines to prevent the onset of this side effect. Other side effects include- anxiety, chills, confusion, tightness or pain in the chest, cough and hoarse voice, fever, dizziness etc.

Some very rare side effects that one may experience are hives, sudden gain weight, rise in blood pressure and swelling of the face, eyes and lips.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Ovarian Cancer

• Small Cell Lung Cancer

• Cervical Cancer

• Cancer Of Colon And Rectum

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Fatigue

• Nausea

• Vomiting

• Weakness

• Hair Loss

• Fever

• Anemia

• Diarrhoea

• Decreased White Blood Cell Count

• Decreased Appetite

• Mucosal Inflammation

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Is It safe with alcohol?

  Interaction with alcohol is unknown. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any pregnancy warnings?

  Torsirin 100mg/5ml injection is unsafe to use during pregnancy.
  There is positive evidence of human fetal risk, but the benefits from use in pregnant women may be acceptable despite the risk, for example in life-threatening situations. Please consult your doctor.

• Are there any breast-feeding warnings?

  Torsirin 100mg/5ml injection is probably unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Please consult your doctor.

• Is it safe to drive while on this medicine?

  Patients may experience undesirable effects likedizziness and blurred vision, at the start of treatment and should avoid driving vehicles or using machines.

• Does this affect kidney function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

• Does this affect liver function?

  There is no data available. Please consult doctor before consuming the drug.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

• Are there any missed dose instructions?

  If you miss a dose of Irinotecan, please consult your doctor.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

Below is the list of medicines, which contains Irinotecan as ingredient

• Irnozen 20mg Injection

  Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd

• Irinotel 100mg Injection

  Fresenius Kabi India Pvt Ltd

• Irnocel 40Mg Injection

  Celon Laboratories Ltd

• Irinotel 40Mg Injection

  Fresenius Kabi India Pvt Ltd

• Imtus 40mg Injection

  Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Iricip 100Mg Injection

  Cipla Ltd

• Intensic 100Mg Injection

  Neon Laboratories Ltd

• Imtus 100Mg Injection

  Emcure Pharmaceuticals Ltd

• Irinotraz 40Mg Injection

  Alkem Laboratories Ltd

• Campto 100mg Injection

  Pfizer Ltd

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

This medication falls under the category of a chemotherapy drug used for metastatic and rectal cancer. It is an antineoplastic enzyme inhibitor. It is administered through intravenous lines which works by blocking the enzyme topoisomerase I. This enzyme is needed by cells to grow and divide, thereby preventing cancer cells to grow.

Information given here is based on the salt content of the medicine. Uses and effects of the medicine may vary from person to person. It is advisable to consult a Oncologist before using this medicine.

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  https://druginfo.nlm.nih.gov/drugportal/name/irinotecan

• Irinotecan-DrugBank Online [Internet].go.drugbank.com 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:

  https://go.drugbank.com/drugs/DB00762

• IRINOTECAN injection,solution-DailyMed [Internet].dailymed.nlm.nih.gov 2022 [Cited 17 June 2022].Available from:

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