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Oncotar is a prescription drug, available for use as Injection. It is typically used for the treatment of Breast Cancer.
The right dosage of Oncotar depends on the age, gender, and medical history of the patient. Individual symptoms and route of administration also determines the right dosage. Refer to the dosage section for a detailed discussion.
While these are the most often observed Oncotar side effects, there are can be others also. These have been listed below. These side effects of Oncotar are usually temporary and subside with the completion of treatment. Consult your doctor if these side effects become worse or stay for a longer duration.
Furthermore, you should know that effect of Oncotar is Severe for pregnant women and Moderate for women who are breastfeeding. It is important to know if Oncotar has any effect on the kidney, liver and heart. Information on such adverse effects, if any, has been given in the Oncotar related warnings section.
Some other conditions that can be affected by Oncotar are listed in the contraindications section below.
Besides this, Oncotar may also have severe interaction with some medicines. Refer to the list below for further details.
In addition to the above precautions for Oncotar, it is important to know that it is not safe while driving, and is not habit-forming.
Oncotar 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 Oncotar safe for pregnant women?
Oncotar has many dangerous side effects in pregnant women. If you are pregnant, do not consume Oncotar without medical advice.
Is the use of Oncotar safe during breastfeeding?
If you are breastfeeding, you may experience some harmful effects of Oncotar. In case you experience any of these, discontinue its use until you consult your doctor.
What is the effect of Oncotar on the Kidneys?
Very few cases of side effects of Oncotar on kidney have been reported.
What is the effect of Oncotar on the Liver?
Oncotar may cause harmful effects on liver. if you feel it's having any such effect, then stop taking this drug, and restart only on your doctor's advice.
What is the effect of Oncotar on the Heart?
Oncotar may have mild side effects on the heart. Most people will never see any effect on the heart.
Oncotar should not be taken with following medicines due to severe side effects it may cause to patients -
Severe
Moderate
Mild
If you are suffering from any of the following diseases, you should not take Oncotar unless your doctor advises you to do so -
Is this Oncotar habit forming or addictive?
No, you will not get addicted to Oncotar.
Is it safe to drive or operate heavy machinery when consuming?
No, you should do not do anything that requires concentration and attention as the Oncotar can make you feel drowsy.
Is it safe?
Yes, Oncotar is safe but you must consult your doctor before taking it.
Is it able to treat mental disorders?
Oncotar is unable to treat or cure mental disorders.
Interaction between Food and Oncotar
Due to the absence of research, it is difficult to say how Oncotar and food will interact.
Interaction between Alcohol and Oncotar
No research has been done on this till date. Therefore, it is not known what the effect of taking Oncotar with alcohol will be.
This medicine data has been created by -
B.Pharma, Pharmacy
5 Years of Experience
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