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Topside 100mg Injection

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Product introduction

Topside 100mg Injection is used to treat different cancers of lung, and testicles. It is also sometimes used to treat some other kinds of cancer in both men and women. It can be used on its own, or sometimes given together with certain other medicines as part of combination chemotherapy.

Topside 100mg Injection is used to treat a variety of cancers, either alone or in combination with other drugs.

Benefits of Topside Injection

In Small cell lung cancer

Small cell lung cancer is a fast-growing type of lung cancer commonly caused by smoking that starts with small tumors in the lungs but eventually spreads to the other parts of the body as well. Topside 100mg Injection helps treat such types of cancer and may be given alone or in combination with other medicines. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.

In Testicular cancer

Testicular cancer is the cancer in the male organs called testicles, that make male hormones and sperm. The testicles are located inside a loose bag of skin (scrotum) underneath the penis. Topside 100mg Injection kills or stops the growth of cancer cells and also prevents the multiplication of cancer cells in men. It is given as an injection by a doctor or nurse and should not be self-administered.

Side effects of Topside Injection

Most side effects do not require any medical attention and disappear as your body adjusts to the medicine. Consult your doctor if they persist or if you’re worried about them

Common side effects of Topside

  • Anemia (low number of red blood cells)
  • Decreased blood cells (red cells, white cells, and platelets)
  • Decreased white blood cell count
  • Diarrhea
  • Hair loss
  • Liver damage
  • Low blood platelets
  • Nausea
  • Rash
  • Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
  • Vomiting

How to use Topside Injection

Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.

Safety advice

Alcohol
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
It is not known whether it is safe to consume alcohol with Topside 100mg Injection. Please consult your doctor.
Pregnancy
CONSULT YOUR DOCTOR
Topside 100mg 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.
Breast feeding
UNSAFE
Topside 100mg Injection is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
Driving
SAFE
Topside 100mg Injection does not usually affect your ability to drive.
Kidney
CAUTION
Topside 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with kidney disease. Dose adjustment of Topside 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Topside 100mg Injection is not recommended in patients with end-stage kidney disease.
Liver
CAUTION
Topside 100mg Injection should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Topside 100mg Injection may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Use of Topside 100mg Injection is not recommended in patients with severe liver disease.

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Quick tips

  • Topside 100mg Injection is given as a slow infusion in the vein by a healthcare provider only.
  • 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.
  • Your doctor may get regular blood tests done to monitor your electrolyte levels, liver function, blood cell count in your blood.
  • Let your doctor know if you notice a skin rash, shortness of breath, difficulty breathing and swelling of the tongue.

Fact Box

Chemical Class
Podophyllotoxins Derivative
Habit Forming
No
Therapeutic Class
abcde
Action Class
Alkaloids-cytotoxic agents

Patient concerns

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Dr. Vijay Sharnangat
Medical Oncology and Hematology
This is given to enhance the therapeutic effect of radiation therapy which is curative for small cell lung cancer.
I seem to have lung cancer , becoz all the symptoms are same as lung cancer. I test my blood, they suggests me that it is highly probable to lung cancer. Sir what can i do now. This is in preliminary stage
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Medical Oncology and Hematology
Do you think that lung cancer is diagnosed from blood
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References

  1. Chabner BA, Bertino J, Cleary J, et al. Cytotoxic Agents. In: Brunton LL, Chabner BA, Knollmann BC, editors. Goodman & Gilman’s: The Pharmacological Basis of Therapeutics. 12th ed. New York, New York: McGraw-Hill Medical; 2011. pp. 1715-16.
  2. Briggs GG, Freeman RK, editors. A Reference Guide to Fetal and Neonatal Risk: Drugs in Pregnancy and Lactation. 10th ed. Philadelphia, PA: Wolters Kluwer Health; 2015. pp. 520-21.
  3. Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed) [Internet]. Bethesda (MD): National Library of Medicine (US); 2006. Etoposide. [Updated 2019 Jun 3]. [Accessed 18 Feb. 2020] (online) Available from:External Link
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Marketer details

Name: Venus Remedies Ltd
Address: SCO 857, Cabin No. 10, 2nd Floor, NAC, Manimajra, Chandigarh (U.T.), 160101, India
Country of origin: India
Expires on or after: February, 2025

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Email ID: [email protected]
Phone Number: 0124-4166666
Address: 5th Floor Tower - B of the Presidency Building, 46/4 Mehrauli Gurgaon Road, Sector 14, Gurugram, Haryana-122001, India

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