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Topocan Information

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 Benefits & Uses

Topocan is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Topocan 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(Female)
  • Disease: Ovarian Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Given for 5 consecutive days, starting on day 1 of a 21 day course, 1.5 mg/ m(2)
Adult
  • Disease: Small Cell Lung Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Given for 5 consecutive days, starting on day 1 of a 21 day course, 1.5 mg/ m(2)
Geriatric
  • Disease: Small Cell Lung Cancer
  • Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician
  • Single Maximum Dose: 2.5 mg
  • Dosage Route: Parenteral
  • Frequency: 1 daily
  • Course Duration: 3 weeks
  • Special Instructions: Given for 5 consecutive days, starting on day 1 of a 21 day course, 1.5 mg/ m(2)

Topocan Related Warnings

  • 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.

    Severe
  • 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.

    Severe
  • What is the effect of Topocan on the Kidneys?


    Topocan has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

    Mild
  • What is the effect of Topocan on the Liver?


    Using Topocan does not have any harmful effects on the liver.

    Safe
  • What is the effect of Topocan on the Heart?


    Using Topocan does not have any harmful effects on the heart.

    Safe


Severe Interaction of Topocan with Other Drugs

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

Severe



Topocan Contraindications

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



Frequently asked Questions about Topocan

  • Is this Topocan habit forming or addictive?


    Topocan is not addictive in nature.

    No
  • 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.

    Dangerous
  • Is it safe?


    Topocan should be used only after doctor's advice.

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


    Topocan is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.

    No

Topocan Interactions with Food and Alcohol

  • Interaction between Food and Topocan


    Taking Topocan with food does not harm your health.

    Safe
  • 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.

    Unknown


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This medicine data has been created by -

Vikas Chauhan

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



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