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Topocan is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Ovarian Cancer. Other than this, Topocan has some other therapeutic uses, which have been discussed ahead.
The right dosage of Topocan depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. The condition it has been prescribed for, and the route of administration also determine the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
Common side effects of Topocan include Fatigue, Nausea or vomiting, Headache. Some other side effects of Topocan have been listed ahead. These side effects of Topocan are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Topocan is Severe for pregnant women and Severe for women who are breastfeeding. Further, the section on Topocan related warnings talks about Topocan's effects on the liver, heart and kidney.
Topocan is contraindicated in people with pre-existing medical conditions like Anemia, Herpes, Lung Cancer as it can result in adverse effects.
Drug reaction of Topocan with other medicines has been reported. See below for a complete list.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Topocan is considered not safe while driving, and is not addictive.
Topocan 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 Topocan safe for pregnant women?
Topocan has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Topocan without medical advice.
Is the use of Topocan safe during breastfeeding?
Taking Topocan may lead to serious side effects if you are breastfeeding. Topocan should not be taken by breastfeeding women unless prescribed by the doctor.
What is the effect of Topocan on the Kidneys?
Topocan has very mild side effects on the kidneys.
What is the effect of Topocan on the Liver?
Using Topocan does not have any harmful effects on the liver.
What is the effect of Topocan on the Heart?
Using Topocan does not have any harmful effects on the heart.
Topocan should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Topocan unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Topocan habit forming or addictive?
Topocan is not addictive in nature.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
After taking Topocan, you should not drive or work on any heavy machine, as Topocan can make you drowsy.
Is it safe?
Topocan should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Topocan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Topocan
Taking Topocan with food does not harm your health.
Interaction between Alcohol and Topocan
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Topocan and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Topotecan
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 1221-1223
KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 866