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Thiopta Injection
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About Thiopta Injection
Thiotepa is an anti-cancer medication. It works by damaging the genetic material (DNA and RNA) of the cancer cells. This stops their growth and multiplication.
Uses of Thiopta Injection
Thiotepa is used in the treatment of brain tumor, breast cancer, non-small cell lung cancer and ovarian cancer. It is used in combination with other cancer medicine during hematopoietic progenitor cell transplantation (HPCT).
Medicinal Benefits of Thiopta Injection
Non-small cell lung cancer is one of the major kinds of lung cancer and it affects both smokers as well as non-smokers. Thiotepahelps treat non-small cell lung cancer and may be given alone or in combination with other medicines. It is a potent and very toxic medicine and you should discuss the risks and benefits with your doctor. You should avoid drinking alcohol while having this treatment and drink plenty of water to stay hydrated.
Directions for Use
Your doctor or nurse will give you this medicine. Kindly do not self administer.
Side Effects of Thiopta Injection
Mucosal inflammation, Anemia (low number of red blood cells), Low blood platelets, Decreased white blood cell count (neutrophils)
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For informational purposes only. Consult a doctor before taking any medicines.
Safety Advice
PREGNANCY
Thiotepa is unsafe to use during pregnancy as there is definite evidence of risk to the developing baby.
BREAST FEEDING
Thiotepa is unsafe to use during breastfeeding. Data suggests that the drug may cause toxicity to the baby.
DRIVING
Thiotepa may cause side effects which could affect your ability to drive.
It is likely that certain adverse events of Thiotepa are dizziness, headache, and blurred vision which could affect your ability to drive.
LIVER
Thiotepa should be used with caution in patients with liver disease. Dose adjustment of Thiotepa may be needed. Please consult your doctor.
Regular monitoring of liver function tests may be advised while you are taking this medicine.
