Irinot Benefits & Uses

Irinot is used to treat the following -

Main Benefits

Other Benefits

Irinot 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: Colorectal Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: 4 weeks Special Instructions: intravenously over 90 minutes
Geriatric	Disease: Colorectal Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 200 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: 1 Weekly Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: intravenously over 90 minutes

Irinot Side Effects

Based on research, the following side effects have been observed when Irinot is used -

Severe

Anemia (Read More - Home Remedies for Anaemia)
Diarrhoea

Mild

Nausea or vomiting
Hair Loss
Fever (Read More - Home remedies for fever)
पेट दर्द
Back Pain (Read More - From Heat Therapy to Herbal Teas: Home Remedies for Back Pain)
Rash
Infection

Common

Fatigue
Weakness

Irinot Related Warnings

Is the use of Irinot safe for pregnant women?

Pregnant women may get severe side effects after taking Irinot. If you are pregnant, do not take Irinot without a doctor's advice.

Severe
Is the use of Irinot safe during breastfeeding?

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

Severe
What is the effect of Irinot on the Kidneys?

Irinot rarely affects the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Irinot on the Liver?

There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Irinot. 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.

Moderate
What is the effect of Irinot on the Heart?

Using Irinot does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Irinot with Other Drugs

Irinot should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Severe

Moderate

Amoxicillin

Guaifenesin

Irinot Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Herpes
Neutropenia
Dehydration
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Irinot

Is this Irinot habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Irinot has not been reported.

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

After taking Irinot, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Irinot can make you drowsy.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, but consume Irinot only on doctor's advice.

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

Irinot is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Irinot Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Irinot

You can take Irinot with food.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Irinot

Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Irinot.

Unknown