Iritero Benefits & Uses

Iritero is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Colorectal Cancer

Iritero 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

Iritero Related Warnings

Is the use of Iritero safe for pregnant women?

Iritero shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Iritero safe during breastfeeding?

Iritero may cause serious side effects in breastfeeding women, so do not take this drug without doctor's advice.

Severe
What is the effect of Iritero on the Kidneys?

Iritero has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Iritero on the Liver?

You may experience side effects on your liver after taking Iritero. If this happens, then discontinue its use. Consult your medical practitioner, do as he/she suggests.

Moderate
What is the effect of Iritero on the Heart?

You can take Iritero without any fear of damage to the heart.

Safe

Severe Interaction of Iritero with Other Drugs

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

Severe

Moderate

Amoxicillin

Guaifenesin

Iritero Contraindications

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

Liver Disease
Herpes
Neutropenia
Dehydration
Diarrhea (Loose Motions)
Diabetes

Frequently asked Questions about Iritero

Is this Iritero habit forming or addictive?

Forming a habit of Iritero has not been reported.

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

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Iritero. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Yes, Iritero is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.

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

Iritero is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

No

Iritero Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Iritero

Taking Iritero with food is safe.

Safe
Interaction between Alcohol and Iritero

Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Iritero with alcohol.

Unknown

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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience

References

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US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Camptosar® (Irinotecan)

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