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Irinotel 40 Injection is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ovarian Cancer, Colorectal Cancer. Secondary and off-label uses of Irinotel 40 Injection have also been mentioned below.
The correct dosage of Irinotel 40 Injection depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Besides the medical condition it is advised for, the route of administration also plays an important role in determining the correct drug dosage. Detailed information has been provided in the dosage section.
Irinotel 40 Injection also has some side effects, the most common being Fatigue, Weakness. Some other side effects of Irinotel 40 Injection have been listed ahead. Usually, these side effects of Irinotel 40 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
In addition, Irinotel 40 Injection's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Irinotel 40 Injection related warnings talks about Irinotel 40 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Irinotel 40 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Dehydration, Diarrhea (Loose Motions) are examples of such conditions. Some other conditions that can be affected by Irinotel 40 Injection are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Irinotel 40 Injection may also have severe interaction with some medicines. See below for a complete list.
In addition to the above precautions for Irinotel 40 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Irinotel 40 Injection is used to treat the following -
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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.
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Is the use of Irinotel 40 Injection safe for pregnant women?
Irinotel can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Irinotel 40 Injection safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Irinotel may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Irinotel should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Irinotel 40 Injection on the Kidneys?
Irinotel may have mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Irinotel 40 Injection on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Irinotel. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Irinotel only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Irinotel 40 Injection on the Heart?
Irinotel is not harmful for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Irinotel 40 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Irinotel 40 Injection habit forming or addictive?
Irinotel 40 Injection does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Irinotel 40 Injection can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Irinotel 40 Injection should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Irinotel 40 Injection in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Irinotel 40 Injection
You can take Irinotel 40 Injection with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Irinotel 40 Injection
Due to lack of research, nothing can be said about side effects of consuming alcohol while taking Irinotel 40 Injection.
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References
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 706-708
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 866
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Camptosar® (Irinotecan)
