Fulvenat 120 Injection Information

Fulvenat 120 Injection is a commercial drug that is prescribed in the form of Injection. Primarily, it is used for the treatment of Breast Cancer.

The right dosage of Fulvenat 120 Injection depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. For detailed information on this, read through the dosage section.

Common side effects of Fulvenat 120 Injection include Urinary tract infection, Flu-like Symptoms. Apart from the aforementioned side effects, Fulvenat 120 Injection can also lead to other problems, which have been listed below. Usually, these side effects of Fulvenat 120 Injection go away soon, and do not persist beyond the duration of the treatment. However, if these continue for a longer time, consult your doctor right away.

Furthermore, you should know that effect of Fulvenat 120 Injection is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. Warnings related to Fulvenat 120 Injection's effects on the liver, heart and kidney, if any, have been listed below.

Fulvenat 120 Injection is not recommended if you suffer from certain medical conditions as it can have adverse effects. Thrombocytopenia and ITP are examples of such conditions. Other contraindications of Fulvenat 120 Injection have been discussed in the sections ahead.

Additionally, Fulvenat 120 Injection may also adversely react with other medicines. A complete list of these interactions is given below.

In addition to the above precautions for Fulvenat 120 Injection, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.

Fulvenat Benefits & Uses
Fulvenat Dosage & How to Take
Fulvenat Side Effects
Fulvenat Related Warnings
Severe Interaction of Fulvenat with Other Drugs
Fulvenat Contraindications
Frequently asked Questions about Fulvenat
Fulvenat Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Fulvenat 120 Injection Benefits & Uses

Fulvenat 120 Injection is used to treat the following -

Other Benefits

Breast Cancer

Fulvenat 120 Injection 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: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor
Geriatric	Disease: Breast Cancer Before or After Meal: As advised by a physician Single Maximum Dose: 500 mg Dosage Route: Parenteral Frequency: doctor administered Course Duration: As directed by the doctor Special Instructions: As prescribed by the doctor

Fulvenat 120 Injection Related Warnings

Is the use of Fulvenat 120 Injection safe for pregnant women?

Fulvenat shows severe side effect on pregnant women. For this reason, pregnant women should only take it after taking medical advice.

Severe
Is the use of Fulvenat 120 Injection safe during breastfeeding?

Fulvenat may lead to some side effects in breastfeeding women. If you witness any unusal symptoms after taking Fulvenat, discontinue its use and call your doctor right away. Follow your doctor's advice regarding the use of Fulvenat.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fulvenat 120 Injection on the Kidneys?

Fulvenat has very mild side effects on the kidneys.

Mild
What is the effect of Fulvenat 120 Injection on the Liver?

Fulvenat can have moderate side effects on the liver. If you notice any harmful effects then stop taking this drug right away. Consult your doctor before using this medicine again.

Moderate
What is the effect of Fulvenat 120 Injection on the Heart?

Side effects of Fulvenat rarely affect the heart.

Mild

Severe Interaction of Fulvenat 120 Injection with Other Drugs

Fulvenat 120 Injection should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -

Moderate

Warfarin

Heparin

Apixaban

Enoxaparin

Fulvenat 120 Injection Contraindications

If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Fulvenat 120 Injection unless your doctor advises you to do so -

Bleeding
Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP)
Liver Disease

Frequently asked Questions about Fulvenat 120 Injection

Is this Fulvenat 120 Injection habit forming or addictive?

No, there is no any evidence that Fulvenat 120 Injection is addictive.

No
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?

You may feel sleepy or tired after taking Fulvenat 120 Injection. So it is best to avoid driving.

Dangerous
Is it safe?

Fulvenat 120 Injection is safe but it is important to consult a doctor before taking it.

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

No, Fulvenat 120 Injection cannot treat any kind of mental disorder.

No

Fulvenat 120 Injection Interactions with Food and Alcohol

Interaction between Food and Fulvenat 120 Injection

Due to a lack of research, nothing can be said about the consequences of taking Fulvenat 120 Injection together with food.

Unknown
Interaction between Alcohol and Fulvenat 120 Injection

It is difficult to say anything about the effect of Fulvenat 120 Injection 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; Faslodex® (fulvestrant)

KD Tripathi. [link]. Seventh Edition. New Delhi, India: Jaypee Brothers Medical Publishers; 2013: Page No 313

Fulvenat 120 Injection