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Topotel
Topotel Products are primarily used for
Ovarian cancer
About Topotel Products
How Topotel Products work
Topotecan is an anti-cancer medication. It works by suppressing the activity of an enzyme (topoisomerase I) involved in DNA multiplication of the cancer cells. This slows the growth of cancer cells and eventually kills them.
Patient Concerns about Topotel Products
Frequently asked questions about Topotel Products
Frequently asked questions about Topotecan
Q. How often is Topotecan given?
Generally Topotecan treatment is for 4 cycles of 21 day each, patient is given Topotecan for first 5 days of each cycle.
Q. Does Topotecan cause hair loss?
Yes, Topotecan may cause temporary hair loss.
Q. Does Topotecan cause flare reaction?
Yes, Topotecan may cause flare reaction.
Q. How long does Topotecan take to work?
Topotecan may start its action once the infusion is started, however, the complete effect may be assessed only after completion of 4 cycles.
Q. Is Topotecan a vesicant?
Topotecan is a vesicant (irritant).
Q. Is Topotecan effective?
Yes Topotecan is effective if used at prescribed doses for the prescribed duration as advised by your doctor.
Q. What is Topotecan chemotherapy?
It is a treatment therapy that includes Topotecan with or without combination of other drugs in treatment of cancer (Usually ovarian or lung cancer).
Q. How is Topotecan administered?
Topotecan is either administered orally as a capsule or as an intravenous Infusion in the arm over a period of 30 min.