Acotrexed 100mg Injection Benefits & Uses

Acotrexed 100mg Injection is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer

Other Benefits

Acotrexed 100mg Injection Dosage & How to Take

This is the usual dosage recommended in most common treatment cases. Please remember that every patient and their case is different, so the dosage can be different based on the disease, route of administration, patient's age and medical history.

Find the right dosage based on disease and age

Age Group	Dosage
Adult	Disease: Head and neck cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 830 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 500 mg/m² IV over 10 minutes on Day 1 of each 21-days cycle, given in combination with cisplatin
Geriatric	Disease: Head and neck cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 830 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: 500 mg/m² IV over 10 minutes on Day 1 of each 21-days cycle, given in combination with cisplatin

Acotrexed 100mg Injection Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Acotrexed 100mg Injection is used -

Severe

Nausea or vomiting
Loss of appetite
Pharyngitis
Stomatitis (Inflammation of the mouth)
Hair Loss
Reduced blood platelets
Rash
Fatigue
Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Diarrhoea
Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
Neuropathy

Moderate

Peripheral Edema
Hypertension
Chest Pain
Constipation (Read More - Home remedies for constipation)

Mild

Headache
Cough
Dizziness (Read More - Home Remedies for Dizziness: Quick Tips for Instant Relief)
Insomnia
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
Itching or burning
पेट दर्द
Urticaria

Acotrexed 100mg Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Acotrexed 100mg Injection safe for pregnant women?

Acotrexed can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.

Severe
Is the use of Acotrexed 100mg Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Taking Acotrexed may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Acotrexed should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.

Severe
What is the effect of Acotrexed 100mg Injection on the Kidneys?

There can be some harmful effects on your kidneys after taking Acotrexed. If you witness any side effects, discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Acotrexed 100mg Injection on the Liver?

Acotrexed does not damage the liver.

Safe
What is the effect of Acotrexed 100mg Injection on the Heart?

Acotrexed is not harmful for the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Acotrexed 100mg Injection with Other Drugs

Acotrexed 100mg Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Adalimumab

Leflunomide

Clozapine

Etanercept

Moderate

Warfarin

Aspirin

Acotrexed 100mg Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Acotrexed 100mg Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Kidney Disease
Neutropenia
Pneumonitis
Infertility

Frequently asked Questions about Acotrexed 100mg Injection

Is this Acotrexed 100mg Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, you will not get addicted to Acotrexed 100mg Injection.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Acotrexed 100mg Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Acotrexed 100mg Injection only on doctor's advice.

Safe, but take only on Doctor's advise
Is it able to treat mental disorders?

No, the use of Acotrexed 100mg Injection in mental disorders is not effective.

No

Acotrexed 100mg Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Acotrexed 100mg Injection

Taking Acotrexed 100mg Injection with food does not harm your health.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Acotrexed 100mg Injection

Information about the interaction of Acotrexed 100mg Injection and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

Acotrexed 100mg Injection