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Campto 40 Injection 2Ml, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Ovarian Cancer, Colorectal Cancer. Campto 40 Injection 2Ml also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
Medical history of the patient along with age and gender determines the dosage of Campto 40 Injection 2Ml. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Campto 40 Injection 2Ml also has some side effects, the most common being Fatigue, Weakness. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Campto 40 Injection 2Ml can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Such side effects of Campto 40 Injection 2Ml normally do not last long and go away once the treatment is completed. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
It is also important to note that Campto 40 Injection 2Ml has a Severe effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. In addition, Campto 40 Injection 2Ml's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Campto 40 Injection 2Ml related warnings section.
Campto 40 Injection 2Ml can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Campto 40 Injection 2Ml in conditions like Dehydration, Diarrhea (Loose Motions). Other contraindications of Campto 40 Injection 2Ml have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Additionally, Campto 40 Injection 2Ml may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
In addition to these precautions, you may also note that Campto 40 Injection 2Ml is not safe while driving, and is is not addictive in nature.
Campto 40 Injection 2Ml is used to treat the following -
Other Benefits
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
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Is the use of Campto 40 Injection 2Ml safe for pregnant women?
Campto shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.
Is the use of Campto 40 Injection 2Ml safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding may experience severe harmful effects after taking Campto. It should only be taken after medical advice.
What is the effect of Campto 40 Injection 2Ml on the Kidneys?
Campto rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Campto 40 Injection 2Ml on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Campto. If you observe any side effects on your body then stop taking this drug. Take this medicine again only if your doctor advises you to do so.
What is the effect of Campto 40 Injection 2Ml on the Heart?
You can take Campto without any fear of damage to the heart.
Campto 40 Injection 2Ml should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Campto 40 Injection 2Ml unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Campto 40 Injection 2Ml habit forming or addictive?
Campto 40 Injection 2Ml is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Campto 40 Injection 2Ml you may feel sleepy. So it is not advised to perform these activities.
Is it safe?
Yes, but consume Campto 40 Injection 2Ml only on doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Campto 40 Injection 2Ml cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.
Interaction between Food and Campto 40 Injection 2Ml
You can take Campto 40 Injection 2Ml with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Campto 40 Injection 2Ml
Information about the interaction of Campto 40 Injection 2Ml and alcohol is not currently available because this topic has not been researched yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
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