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Xtroz is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Pancreatic Cancer, Non-Small Cell Lung Cancer. Xtroz also has some secondary and off-label uses. These are listed below.
The right dosage of Xtroz depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. This information has been provided in detail in the dosage section.
While these are the most often observed Xtroz side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Xtroz go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. Please speak with your doctor if these side effects worsen or persist for a longer duration.
It is also important to note that Xtroz has a Unknown effect for pregnant women and Severe effect on lactating mothers. It is important to know if Xtroz has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Xtroz related warnings section.
Xtroz can cause adverse effects in certain medical conditions. It is strongly recommended to avoid Xtroz in conditions like Heart Disease, Infections. Other conditions have been mentioned below in the Xtroz contraindications section.
Besides this, Xtroz may also have severe interaction with some medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.
Along with the above-mentioned precautions, remember that taking Xtroz is considered safe while driving, and is addictive.
Xtroz 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 Xtroz safe for pregnant women?
No research has been done to ascertain the safety of Xtroz in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, it is best to ask a doctor to know if you can take it.
Is the use of Xtroz safe during breastfeeding?
Xtroz 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 Xtroz on the Kidneys?
Xtroz rarely affects the kidneys.
What is the effect of Xtroz on the Liver?
The liver can be affected by Xtroz. If you experience any unwanted effects of this drug, stop taking it and consult your doctor. You should restart Xtroz only after medical advice.
What is the effect of Xtroz on the Heart?
Very few cases of side effects of Xtroz on the heart have been reported.
Xtroz 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 Xtroz unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Xtroz habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Xtroz.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
Xtroz will not make you feel sleepy or drowsy. So you drive or operate machinery safely.
Is it safe?
Xtroz should be used only after doctor's advice.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
No, the use of Xtroz in mental disorders is not effective.
Interaction between Food and Xtroz
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Xtroz and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Xtroz
It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Xtroz and alcohol. No research has been done on this yet.
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References
US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) [Internet]. Maryland. USA; Package leaflet information for the user; Gemzar® (Gemcitabine HCl)
April Hazard Vallerand, Cynthia A. Sanoski. [link]. Sixteenth Edition. Philadelphia, China: F. A. Davis Company; 2019: Page No 612-614
