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Oncocin, a prescription drug, is manufactured in various forms such as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Pancreatic Cancer. Other than this, Oncocin has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The correct dosage of Oncocin depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Oncocin also has some side effects, the most common being Loss of appetite, Pain or discomfort. Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Oncocin as well, which are listed below. Normally, these side effects of Oncocin are not long lasting and go away when the treatment is finished. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oncocin is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. In addition, Oncocin's effects on the liver, heart and kidney are discussed below in the Oncocin related warnings section.
Oncocin can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Oncocin in conditions like Neutropenia. Some other conditions that can be affected by Oncocin are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Oncocin may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Oncocin is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Oncocin 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 Oncocin safe for pregnant women?
Oncocin can cause severe side effects if taken during pregnancy, so, pregnant women should talk to their doctor before taking it.
Is the use of Oncocin safe during breastfeeding?
Women who are breastfeeding, may experience serious side effects after taking Oncocin. So it is adviced to consult the doctor before using it.
What is the effect of Oncocin on the Kidneys?
Oncocin can have moderate side effects on the kidney. If you notice any harmful effects, stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.
What is the effect of Oncocin on the Liver?
Oncocin is completely safe for the liver.
What is the effect of Oncocin on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Oncocin on the heart have been reported.
Oncocin 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 Oncocin unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oncocin habit forming or addictive?
Oncocin does not cause addiction.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Oncocin, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Oncocin can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Oncocin is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Oncocin is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oncocin
It is safe to take Oncocin with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oncocin
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Oncocin and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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