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Posid 50 Capsule is a prescription medicine that is available as a Capsule. It is typically used for the treatment of Small Cell Lung Cancer, Testicular Cancer.
The correct dosage of Posid 50 Capsule depends on the patient's age, gender, and medical history. Dosage also depends on the route of administration and your chief complaint for which the drug is prescribed. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
Besides the aforementioned side effects, there are other adverse effects of Posid 50 Capsule as well, which are listed below. Usually, these side effects of Posid 50 Capsule go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. If, however, they worsen or do not go away, please speak with your physician.
In addition, Posid 50 Capsule's effect is Severe during pregnancy and Severe for lactating mothers. Further, the section on Posid 50 Capsule related warnings talks about Posid 50 Capsule's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Posid 50 Capsule is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Bleeding, Neutropenia are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Posid 50 Capsule have been discussed in the sections ahead.
Besides this, Posid 50 Capsule may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
You should also be aware that Posid 50 Capsule is not safe while driving, and is not addiction.
Posid 50 Capsule 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 Posid 50 Capsule safe for pregnant women?
Posid has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Posid without medical advice.
Is the use of Posid 50 Capsule safe during breastfeeding?
Posid should not be taken without taking your doctor's advice, as it may have severe side effects on breastfeeding women.
What is the effect of Posid 50 Capsule on the Kidneys?
Posid 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 Posid 50 Capsule on the Liver?
There may be an adverse effect on the liver after taking Posid. 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 Posid 50 Capsule on the Heart?
There are no any side effects of Posid for the heart.
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Posid 50 Capsule unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Posid 50 Capsule habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Posid 50 Capsule.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Posid 50 Capsule. So it is best to avoid driving.
Is it safe?
Yes, Posid 50 Capsule is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, Posid 50 Capsule is not used to treat mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Posid 50 Capsule
It is safe to take Posid 50 Capsule with food.
Interaction between Alcohol and Posid 50 Capsule
Due to lack of research, there is no information about the side effects of taking Posid 50 Capsule with alcohol.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Etopophos® (etoposide phosphate)
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 866
