Etopa 100Mg Inj 5Ml contains Etoposide, which is primarily used in the treatment of various types of cancers. It works by inhibiting an enzyme responsible for cancer cell proliferation and induces cell death (apoptosis). As a result, the growth and spread of cancer cells are stopped or slowed down.
Take Etopa 100Mg Inj 5Ml with a glass of water on an empty stomach or as directed by your doctor. You are advised to take Etopa 100Mg Inj 5Ml for as long as your doctor has prescribed it for you, depending upon your medical condition. In some cases, you may experience temporary hair loss, nausea and vomiting, loss of appetite, diarrhoea, irregular heartbeat, skin problems such as itching or rash. Most of these side-effects do not require medical attention and will resolve gradually over time. However, you are advised to talk to your doctor if you experience these side-effects persistently.
Do not take Etopa 100Mg Inj 5Ml if you are allergic to Etopa 100Mg Inj 5Ml or any of its ingredients. While taking Etopa 100Mg Inj 5Ml, you might become more sensitive to sunlight, so it is important to protect your skin with a high sun protection factor (SPF). Regular blood tests are required to monitor liver function and blood cells in the blood while taking Etopa 100Mg Inj 5Ml. Do not take Etopa 100Mg Inj 5Ml if you have recently been given a live vaccine if you are breast-feeding or planning to breast-feed.
Uses of Etopa 100Mg Inj 5Ml
Cancer (testicular cancer, small cell lung cancer, cancer of the blood, ovarian cancer, tumor in the lymphatic system).
Medicinal Benefits
Etopa 100Mg Inj 5Ml belongs to a class of chemotherapy drugs containing Etoposide primarily used to treat various cancer types. It is used to treat testicular cancer, small cell lung cancer, cancer of the blood, ovarian cancer, tumor in the lymphatic system. It works by inhibiting an enzyme responsible for cancer cell proliferation and induces cell death (apoptosis). As a result, the growth and spread of cancer cells are stopped or slowed down.
